Recette Nems nord-vietnamiens (version classique)
1. The Southern Classic (shrimp – pork – taro) | Chả Giò Tôm Thịt
This is the most popular version in Southern Vietnam, appreciated for its sweetness.
Ingredients :
- 200g minced pork
- 100g of shrimp
- 50g of crab meat (optional)
- 1 taro
- 1 carrot
- 1/2 onion
- 1 egg
- 20g of vermicelli
- Rice cakes (like bò bía)
- Seasoning
Preparation :
- Chop the shrimp, grate the taro and carrot, and cut the onion.
- Soak the vermicelli, then cut them.
- Mix all the ingredients together with the seasonings and the egg.
- Roll the spring rolls.
- Fry until a nice golden color is achieved.
👉 The little extra: Taro brings a melting texture and a subtle aroma that goes perfectly with crab.
🥢 2. The Authentic Northern (Traditional Nem Rán)
A balanced version rich in vegetables for a feeling of lightness.
Ingredients :
- 300g of shrimp
- 300g minced pork
- 2 eggs
- Shallots
- Carrot
- Onion
- Black mushrooms
- Rice cakes
- Seasoning
Preparation :
- Prepare all the ingredients (finely chopped).
- Mix with the seasonings and 1 egg.
- Roll the spring rolls.
- Fry over medium heat until golden brown.
👉 The little extra: We often use a thin rice cake for a very crispy result with a very fragrant pepper filling.

🥢 3. Pork, shrimp & purple sweet potato spring rolls
A colorful and original recipe that will delight your guests.
Ingredients :
- 200g minced pork
- 1 purple sweet potato
- 1 carrot
- Vermicelli
- Black mushrooms
- Chive
- 1 egg
- Fish sauce, pepper, etc.
Preparation :
- Grate the sweet potato and the carrot.
- Prepare the vermicelli and mushrooms.
- Mix all the ingredients together with the seasonings.
- Roll and then fry.
👉 The little extra: The sweet potato brings a sweet note and a creamy texture that contrasts with the crispy crust.
🥢 4. Pork, shrimp & mung bean spring rolls
A very nourishing version rich in local flavors.
Ingredients :
- 500g minced pork
- 200g of shrimp
- 200g of hulled mung beans
- Carrot
- Chive
- 1 egg
- Rice cakes
- Seasoning
Preparation :
- Cook the mung beans and then mash them.
- Mix with meat, shrimp and vegetables.
- Season.
- Roll and fry (ideally double-fry).
👉 The little extra: Mung beans act as a natural binder and bring an irresistible nutty taste.
🥢 5. Pork, shrimp & sweetcorn spring rolls
My favorite variation for a touch of freshness is natural crunch.
Ingredients :
- 200g of shrimp
- 100g minced pork
- Sweetcorn
- Carrot
- Black mushrooms
- Shallots
- Rice cakes
- Seasoning
Preparation :
- Lightly cook the corn and remove the kernels.
- Mix all the ingredients together.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes to allow it to soak in.
- Roll and fry.
👉 The little extra: The corn brings little bursts of sweet juice with each bite, which makes the spring roll very light and less greasy.


