Banh xeo at a restaurant in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: NHA XUAN
In the article Things you should never order from a Vietnamese restaurant , the US-based culinary site mashed makes some arguments.
“If you need something delicious and healthy, Vietnamese restaurants always have delicious food available for you.
Whether you prefer pho or papaya and shrimp salad, Vietnamese food is generally low in fat, high in antioxidants, can improve your hair, and even help you lose weight,” mashed begins the article.
However, there are also some dishes that are not the perfect choice, especially if you need to watch your diet.
According to mashed , finding an unhealthy Vietnamese dish is quite a challenge, but there are some dishes below that diners need to pay attention to a few more notes when eating:
Vietnamese iced milk coffee
If you consider yourself a coffee lover but have never tried Vietnamese coffee, you don't know what you're missing.
Iced milk coffee at a shop in Phu Quoc - Photo: NHA XUAN
Although this drink tastes great, you have to be very careful when buying it, because many types of ready-made coffee can be adulterated with other ingredients such as corn, soybeans, red beans, etc.
These fillers work to make the coffee grounds thicker, darker, and even sweeter.
Vietnamese latte inspired by Vietnamese iced milk coffee at a restaurant in Los Angeles, USA - Photo: NHA XUAN
Also, if you need to "keep your waistline" or control your sugar intake, you should be careful, because iced milk coffee is mixed with sweetened condensed milk.
Banh xeo
Anyone who loves crepes can be tempted by banh xeo and this wonderful dish is famous for its deliciousness thanks to one ingredient - coconut milk.
Banh xeo with shrimp, meat and eggs at a restaurant in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: NHA XUAN
While this ingredient is rich in minerals and healthy nutrients, like iron and fiber, it is also quite high in calories and saturated fat (there is debate about whether it is a good saturated fat or not).
The high carb and fat content makes banh xeo recommended to be eaten with friends and family, but if you want to eat it alone, you may have to face a significant calorie increase.
Braised fish in clay pot
Braised fish is often served with rice and vegetables because it contains a high amount of salt, if you need to watch your daily sodium intake, be careful to avoid eating braised fish when you crave Vietnamese food.
Braised fish - Photo: DAU DUNG
According to the Harvard School of Public Health, too much salt can raise blood pressure and cause heart problems in anyone susceptible to the condition.
Spring roll
When you want a delicious appetizer, there's nothing better than spring rolls.
Spring rolls served with grilled pork vermicelli at a restaurant in Tan Phu, Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: NHA XUAN
While this dish is popular for its great texture and taste, it can be harmful to your health as each roll has to be deep fried.
According to Healthline, the high amount of trans fat and calories consumed in fried foods like spring rolls are not good for your health, and can lead to diseases like heart disease and diabetes.
Stir-fried beef pho
If you love pho but don't like the broth, there are many other recipes for pho that are just as delicious.
While stir-fried pho is delicious and filling, it's also high in carbs.
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