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What Is Vietnamese Pizza? A Must-Try in Vietnam Package Tours
Crackling by hot charcoal and bursting with flavor, Vietnamese pizza, also called banh trang nuong, is Vietnam’s surprising street food. This crunchy treat is composed of a rice paper crust, sizzling egg, chili pepper, creamy cheese, and savory fillings. Whether you try it in Ho Chi Minh City or one of Da Lat’s chill alleyways, Vietnamese pizza is a daring, unbeatable spin on traditional food in Vietnam, and a single bite makes you know why locals and travelers can’t resist it.
Vietnamese pizza is one of Vietnam’s most thrilling street foods. Locals refer to it by the name banh trang nuong, but travelers have dubbed it Vietnamese pizza due to its round shape, crunchiness, and abundance of toppings, just like a pizza!
But in place of dough, grilled rice paper is employed. The rice sheet, so fine, crisps up when grilled over coals. The egg, sausage, dried shrimp, minced pork, green onions, fish sauce, cheese, and mayonnaise or chili sauce are then added. The ingredients are folded up together into a crispy, hot, flavorful snack.
Each city puts its touch on this food. In Da Lat, where Vietnamese pizza originated, it’s rich and warm, just right for cold weather. In Ho Chi Minh City, it’s buttery and bold. In Hanoi, it’s frequently eaten with lemon tea.
Wherever you give it a try, you can see how Vietnamese cuisine is full of creativity. It is now one of the traditional food in Vietnam alongside banh mi, bun cha, or bun bo Hue. It’s plain, delicious, and made with true love by ordinary people from Vietnam.
Vietnamese Pizza (Sours: tiki)
Inside the Layers: What Goes on a Vietnamese Pizza?
The Base – Grilled Rice Paper
All Vietnamese pizzas start with a round sheet of Vietnam’s favorite rice paper, banh trang. Rice flour makes up traditional rice sheets, crisping up fantastically when grilled. Overseas kitchens use tapioca rice sheets, so some varieties get chewy rather than crispy. The top vendors in Vietnam use authentic rice sheets to get a perfect crunch.
The Binding Layer – Egg
Then comes the egg, the binding element. You’ll witness a quail egg being smashed right onto the rice paper, or a chicken egg being whisked up and spread across the sheet. It’s quick to cook and adds that characteristic golden sheen to Vietnamese pizza, making it burst with color and richness.
The Toppings – A Street Food Symphony
This is where creativity flourishes! The majority of Vietnamese pizza sellers use a wonderful blend of
Protein and umami from sausage, pork floss, or dried beef
Corn kernels provide a touch of sweetness and crunch
Chopped green onions and Laughing Cow cheese are added for aroma and creaminess.
Optional but iconic: Da Nang’s mam ruoc (fermented shrimp paste) or Ho Chi Minh City’s melted butter, providing unforgettable richness.
These toppings, composed of fresh ingredients, are those that noticeably lift Vietnamese pizza beyond any other snack.
The Sauces – Flavor Boosters
When the toppings are hot, a finishing touch comes in a flavorful drizzle of sauce: chili for spice, mayonnaise for creaminess, tamarind for zing, and occasionally even ketchup for sweetness. When each one comes together, you get a harmonious bite that is salty, creamy, spicy, and a little sweet, a burst of flavor you’ll crave over and over.
The Sauces (Sours: vinwonders)
Regional Flavors: North vs Central vs South
Da Lat – The Birthplace of Vietnamese Pizza
Welcome to Da Lat, Vietnam’s cool-climate city, where it all began. Da Lat-style Vietnamese pizza in this city is rustic, unassuming, and comforting, ideal for cold winter days. A grilled sheet of rice paper is smeared with egg, dotted with sausage, pork floss, green onions, and topped with mild chili sauce or tamarind. Grilled over coals, it’s crisp, smoky, and full of love.
Where to try in Da Lat:
Banh Trang Nuong Nha Chung
01 Nha Chung, Phuong 3
12,000 – 25,000 VND
Traditional Da Lat flavor with warm egg and soft sauce.
Banh Trang Nuong Hieu
31 Nguyen Cong Tru, Phuong 8
8,000 – 40,000 VND
Street-avid, made manually from a ganh, traditional and delicious.
Banh Trang Nuong Hieu (Sours: eholiday)
Ho Chi Minh City – The Bold & Buttery South
Down in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamese pizza gets amped up in a good way. Vendors here are obsessed with butter. They spread it onto rice paper, fill it with spicy sausage, dried beef, and indulgent mayo-chili mixtures. It’s quick, hot, bold, and a must-visit in the city’s lively food stalls.
Where to try in Ho Chi Minh City:
Banh Trang Nuong Be Lun
26 A4 Street, Phuong 12, Q. Tan Binh
12,000 – 40,000 VND
Affordable, loaded with toppings and dips.
Banh Trang Nuong Co Map
54 Ngo Duc Ke, Phuong Ben Nghe, Q.1
~20,000 VND
Situated within a tourist area, generous toppings and strong spices.
Pizza Da Lat – Binh Thanh
31 D2 Street, Binh Thanh
~20,000 VND
Delicious pizza-flavored fun with creamy Laughing Cow cheese and sausages.
Banh Trang Nuong Be Lun (Sours: xanhsm)
Hanoi – Cozy Northern Comforts
Further north in Hanoi, however, the taste is softer, yet equally gratifying. Vendors tend to roll up Vietnamese pizza, making a crunchy taco bite. Toppings include egg, pate, dried beef, and green onion, accompanied by a hot lemon tea, particularly in winter.
Where to try in Hanoi:
Da Lat Qua
164 Hong Mai, Hai Ba Trung District
18,000 – 40,000 VND
Invitingly warm with generous toppings and a comforting atmosphere.
Banh Trang Nhim – Chua Lang
Ngo 84 Chua Lang, Dong Da
20,000 – 30,000 VND
Students love them; quick, hygienic, and tasty.
Tina Tran Banh Trang Tron & Nuong
3A15, Ngo 33 Chua Lang
10,000 – 25,000 VND
Renowned for variety, excellent value, and a local atmosphere.
Banh Trang Nhim (Sours: afamily)
Street Eats vs Home Cooks: Two Ways to Enjoy It
The Street Food Experience
There’s nothing better than eating Vietnamese pizza as the locals do, just grilled, served from a small plastic stool, and perfumed by the city’s sights and aromas. Throughout Da Lat, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi, this much-loved street food is a made-to-order specialty from expert vendors with charcoal grills and extremely quick hands.
Visit Nha Chung Street in Da Lat for eggy, smoky originals created in the cold evening air.
Visit Ho Chi Minh City hotspots such as Ngo Duc Ke or D2 Street in Binh Thanh, where vendors turn to butter, sausage, and hot sauce to kick the food.
Visit Hanoi’s Chua Lang or Hong Mai Street to enjoy folded-style Vietnamese pizza complemented by lemon tea.
Best Time: Evening when the grills are hot, and the city’s lights shine bright.
Nha Chung Street (Sours: mia)
DIY at Home: Make Your Own Vietnamese Pizza
Can’t get to Vietnam yet? No worries! You can get your fill of Vietnamese pizza from your kitchen. It’s quick, convenient, and easily made with fresh ingredients and whatever your taste buds desire.
Simple Home Recipe:
Base: 1 sheet of rice paper (use rice, not tapioca
Egg: 1 quail egg or chicken egg, whisked
Toppings: Include chopped green onions, sausage, pork floss, corn, shredded cheese (Laughing Cow or cheddar)
Sauces: chili sauce, mayonnaise, a splash of fish sauce for added depth
Cooking Methods:
Grill: Smoky and traditional, opt for this one if you can use charcoal.
Pan: Use a low-heat non-stick skillet. Flatten out the rice paper and layer ingredients slowly.
Air Fryer: Perfect for a crispy finish. Preheat to 160-170°C (320°F) for 4-6 minutes
Topping Ideas for Global Kitchens:
Tofu for vegetarians
Pulled pork belly or chicken pulled apart
Mozzarella, melted cheese, chili flakes, or sriracha for fusion flavors
Fresh herb sprinkle for added brightness
DIY at Home (Sours: andycook)
Conclusion
Want to get a taste of Vietnam in one bite? This crispy, smoky street food you never knew you wanted, crafted with love, packed with fresh ingredients, and full of local character, is made from scratch with traditional ingredients. Wander through Ho Chi Minh City, grill it up at home, or grab it from a vendor. This classic dish belongs to the traditional food in Vietnam. Don’t miss your opportunity to get it next time you’re in Vietnam, and be sure to check out even more bold, zesty cuisine from Vietnam while you’re at it!
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