Cha ca Phan Thiet (Phan Thiet fish cake)
Cha ca Phan Thiet is a staple of the coastal cuisine, made from freshly caught fish finely ground and seasoned before being fried to golden perfection. It’s both a street snack and a favorite ingredient in many local dishes.
The fish is pounded by hand to achieve a chewy yet tender texture, then seasoned with garlic, pepper, and fish sauce.
After frying, the cakes are crispy on the outside while remaining moist and savory inside.
You can eat them alone with chili sauce, or add them to noodle soups, rice dishes, or bánh mì for extra flavor.
Recommended spots:
– Cha Ca Hoang Phu, 71 Tran Hung Dao, Phan Thiet
– Cha Ca Thuong, 234 Nguyen Tat Thanh, Phan Thiet
– Cho Phan Thiet (Phan Thiet Market), Nguyen Hue Street