bánh tráng

/ɓaːnʈaːŋ/

rice paper

Tôi thích ăn bánh tráng trộn với thịt heo.

I like eating rice paper mixed with pork.

informal

A thin, edible sheet made from rice flour, water, and salt, commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine for dishes like bánh tráng trộn (rice paper salad) or as a wrapper for spring rolls.

Bánh tráng là nguyên liệu chính để làm bánh cuốn.

Rice paper is the main ingredient for making bánh cuốn.

Tôi mua một gói bánh tráng để làm bánh tráng trộn.

I bought a pack of rice paper to make rice paper salad.

Bánh tráng is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine and is often used in both fresh and fried forms.

Collocations

bánh tráng trộnrice paper saladbánh tráng nướngfried rice paperbánh tráng cuốnrice paper rolls

Synonyms

bánh dẻo bánh giấy

Related Phrases

bánh tráng trộnphrase

a dish made with shredded rice paper, herbs, and meat

bánh tráng nướngphrase

fried rice paper, often topped with eggs and scallions

Pro Tip

Storage Tip

Store bánh tráng in a cool, dry place to prevent it from becoming brittle or moldy.

Gold Rule

Preparation

Soak bánh tráng in warm water for a few seconds before eating to soften it.

Word Origin

The term 'bánh tráng' comes from Vietnamese, where 'bánh' means cake or pastry, and 'tráng' refers to its thin, flat shape. The word reflects its traditional use in Vietnamese cooking.

Usage Notes

Bánh tráng is a versatile ingredient used in various Vietnamese dishes, both as a main component and as a wrapper. It can be eaten fresh, fried, or baked.

Word Breakdown

bánh

cake or pastry

root

tráng

thin, flat

root

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