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Vietnam
Many Vietnamese foods are closely tied to the regions where their ingredients are readily available. Rice is the staple food in the Vietnamese diet and may be eaten at every meal. As in this photograph, many small bowls may be used to set out food for a large meal.
The Vietnamese use little oil when cooking, but. they often add spices. Among the more commonly used spices are lemongrass, chili sauce, soy sauce, coriander, mint leaves, and ginger. Fish sauce, black pepper, sugar, coconut milk, basil, and garlic also are used to liven up the taste of dishes. Spicier foods are more commonly found in the south.