10 Asian Street Foods You Need to Try

By: Tanya Rajesh

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Discover the vibrant flavours of Asia through its street foods. From Banh Mi to Tteok-bokki, each dish offers a unique culinary experience that's sure to tantalise your taste buds.

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1. Banh Mi 

  A French-Vietnamese sandwich with pork, pate, pickled veggies, cilantro, and chili in a crispy baguette.

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2. Takoyaki 

 A popular Japanese street food made with octopus-filled batter balls cooked and topped with takoyaki sauce, mayo, and bonito flakes.

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3. Xiaolongbao 

Chinese soup dumplings filled with minced pork and savoury broth, enjoyed by sipping the soup first.

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4. Pad Thai 

A famous Thai dish Pad Thai is stir-fried noodles with eggs, tofu/shrimp, tamarind, fish sauce, peanuts, and lime.

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5. Laksa 

Spicy malaysian coconut milk soup with thick rice noodles or vermicelli in a rich, spicy coconut milk soup, topped with shrimp, chicken, or tofu.

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6. Mango Sticky Rice 

 A Thai delight, this consists of rice soaked in sweetened coconut milk, served with ripe mango slices and sometimes garnished with sesame seeds.

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7. Tanghulu

A Chinese treat, Tanghulu is skewered fruits coated in a crunchy sugar syrup, creating a delightful contrast between the juicy fruit and the sweet, hard shell.

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8. Pho 

This traditional Vietnamese noodle soup consists of broth, rice noodles, herbs, and meat. It's a perfect blend of savory broth, tender meat, and fresh herbs.

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9. Vada Pav

Vada Pav consists of a spiced potato fritter sandwiched in a bun with chutneys. It's flavorful and often enjoyed with a side of fried green chilies.

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10. Tteok-bokki

Tteok-bokki features chewy rice cakes cooked in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce, often with fish cakes or boiled eggs. It's a favourite comfort food in Korea.

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