When imitators set up shop nearby, it’s probably a good sign that you’re doing something right. We weren’t huge fans of Bún Chả when we ate in the South, but after eating at Bún Chả Đắc Kim, we completely understood why Hanoians love it so much. Hanoi definitely does Bún Chả better. For the uninitiated, Bún Chả is rice vermicelli noodles with fried spring rolls, veggies and grilled fatty pork.
Hanoi is not only famous for being home to ancient, charming buildings but if you look inside some of those old doors, you’ll find a great culinary culture in Vietnam. In the capital of Vietnam, you can find many delicious local dishes, especially- Bún Chả. This simple dish is a great combination of savoury and fresh flavours; it has a vibrant colour and the harmony of the meat and vegetables is incomparable.
When Bún Chả was first made, it was integrated into the Vietnamese diet almost immediately and naturally. Let’s get to know why the people of this country truly love Bún Chả.
What is Bún Chả?
Bún Chả is a local dish that originated in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. Throughout Vietnam you can find a lot of dishes that share a similar recipe to Bún Chả (like Bún thịt nướng in Saigon), however, the dish is unbeatable.
The dish is very simple to make and can be found at any time of the year. It doesn’t matter if you eat Bún Chả in a restaurant or outside a small cart on the street, you will be served with a plate of vermicelli (bun), a bowl of broth with grilled pork, and a basket of fresh greens.