This collection dives into dishes that begin with O, ranging from the universally known to the intriguingly obscure.
Popular picks like ốc (a seafood dish from Vietnamese cuisine) top this list. Meanwhile, lesser-known delights such as orama (a traditional Central Asian steamed pie) invite curiosity and exploration.
The main ingredients in “O” dishes exhibit great diversity, including snails, pork, and flour.
Furthermore, cooking methods for these dishes vary widely, such as candying, boiling, steaming, and simmering. Their dish types include soups, stews, dumplings, etc.
Some fun facts about O-name dishes are:
- Hang Duong Street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter is popular for ô mai and is a snack or gift choice for locals and tourists.
- In Northern Vietnam, ốc nấu chuối đậu is a preferred summer dish.
- Orama, while a dumpling, is commonly called a pie.
Discover more about O-letter delicacies by scrolling further.
List of O-Starting Dishes with Filters
Ô Mai
Ô mai is a Vietnamese snack made from dried fruits, often seasoned with various spices.
Ốc
Ốc is a beloved Vietnamese delicacy with diverse types and cooking styles, particularly celebrated in Saigon.
Ốc Bươu Nhồi Thịt
Ốc bươu nhồi thịt is a Vietnamese dish featuring snails stuffed with pork, often flavored with lemongrass and other seasonings.
Ốc Nấu Chuối Đậu
Ốc nấu chuối đậu is a Vietnamese dish of snail braised with green bananas, tofu, pork belly, and spices to achieve a thick sauce.
Orama
Orama is a steamed dish containing a wide range of meat and vegetable fillings.
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