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Vietnamese Spring Rolls — traditional dish from Hanoi, Vietnam
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Nutritional Values

🔥490kcal
💪25gProtein
🌾55gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Also served in

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

How to order / say it
Say it Nem rán — [Nem ran]
Order I'd like the nem rán, please.
Locally Cho tôi một đĩa nem rán.
Say locally

Crispy fried rolls filled with pork, mushrooms, and vegetables.

Why try it?

Nem rán exemplifies Hanoi's penchant for crisp textures and rich flavors, showcasing Vietnam’s colonial history and its adaptation of roll-style dishes for festivals and everyday enjoyment.

How it tastes

Each bite unlocks a delightful crunch, followed by savory pork and aromatic mushrooms, balanced with the freshness of finely sliced veggies. It’s best enjoyed with a tangy dipping sauce.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

Spring rolls were adapted from Chinese culinary influence during the early 20th century. In Hanoi, Nem rán became a festive staple, symbolizing prosperity and tradition in family gatherings.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 150 g pork
  • 🥕 50 g mushrooms
  • 🥕 50 g carrots
  • 🌾 10 sheets rice paper wrappers
  • 🥣 20 ml fish sauce
  • 🧄 50 g onions

Method

  1. 1 Mix pork, mushrooms, and veggies with seasoning.
  2. 2 Wrap mixture in rice paper wrappers.
  3. 3 Deep fry rolls until golden and crispy.
  4. 4 Serve hot with a tangy dipping sauce.

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