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Vegan vietnamese food

Short answer

Pho chay, Goi cuon chay, Banh mi chay are naturally plant-based or easily made so. Look for 'chay' — it signals Buddhist vegan food.

Naturally vegan dishes

  • Pho chay
  • Goi cuon chay
  • Banh mi chay
  • Com tam chay
  • Rau muong xao toi

Hidden animal ingredients

  • Fish sauce in every dipping sauce
  • Pork broth
  • Egg in banh mi

How to order vegan vietnamese food

Look for 'chay' — it signals Buddhist vegan food.

Say this: "Ăn chay" (I eat vegan).

Frequently asked questions

What Vietnamese food is vegan?
Pho chay, Goi cuon chay, Banh mi chay, Com tam chay, Rau muong xao toi are naturally plant-based or easily made so.
What hidden animal ingredients are common in Vietnamese food?
Fish sauce in every dipping sauce, Pork broth, Egg in banh mi.
How do I order vegan at a Vietnamese restaurant?
Look for 'chay' — it signals Buddhist vegan food.
What phrase should I use?
"Ăn chay" (I eat vegan).

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