Bánh tráng trộn: Saigon's rice paper salad
Look for students gathered around a cart after school. There’s almost always a bag of bánh tráng trộn being shaken.
Bánh tráng trộn is Saigon’s favourite street snack: strips of rice paper tossed with dried beef or squid, quail eggs, green mango, Vietnamese coriander, peanuts, chilli oil and kumquat. It usually costs 15,000–30,000 VND. Order with “Cho tôi một phần bánh tráng trộn”.
At a glance
How to order
“Cho tôi một phần bánh tráng trộn.”
One portion of rice paper salad. Say ít cay for less spicy, and cho vào hộp của tôi nhé to use your own container.
What it tastes like
Chewy, crunchy, sour, spicy and salty all at once. The kumquat and green mango keep it bright; the chilli oil and dried beef make it moreish.
When to go
Afternoon and early evening, when street carts set up near schools and parks.
Questions travellers ask
What is bánh tráng trộn?
A salad-like snack of shredded rice paper mixed with dried meat, egg, herbs, mango and chilli.
How much is bánh tráng trộn?
Around 15,000–30,000 VND a portion.
Is bánh tráng trộn spicy?
Usually, yes. Ask for “ít cay” for a milder version.
How can I eat it without plastic?
Bring a container and say “Cho vào hộp của tôi nhé”.
Prices are typical ranges we’ve seen and change often; tourist areas can charge more. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we’ll fix it. Last updated 2026-09-30.
