Nem nướng
Skewers of grilled pork sausage you wrap at the table with herbs and rice paper.
Garlicky grilled pork sausage, served as skewers or patties with a spread of rice paper, fresh herbs, green banana, star fruit, and a rich, slightly sweet dipping sauce — you assemble your own rolls. Nha Trang’s version (nem nướng Ninh Hòa) is the famous one. Interactive, fresh, and easy to over-order because it’s so moreish.
How to eat it well
- Build each roll: rice paper, herbs, a slice of fruit, the sausage, then dip.
- The dipping sauce — thick and savoury — is the make-or-break; the good places are known for it.
- A fun shared meal; order extra rice paper and herbs when you run low.
Where it’s best
Nha Trang and the south-central coast for the original; good versions across the south.
Pork-based; not suitable for vegetarians.
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