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Vietnam is heaven for healthy food! Imagine a fresh vegetable wrapped in thin paper rice, fresh and not cooked! Vibrant, and utterly satisfying might be the right word to describe Vietnamese Springroll. Say hello to the Vietnamese Spring Roll -- Bali may have its Babi Guling , but for a lighter, equally iconic taste of Southeast Asia, this is your next culinary adventure. Forget what you think you know about 'spring rolls.' Unlike their fried cousins, the Vietnamese Spring Roll (Gỏi Cuốn) offers a refreshing symphony of textures and tastes, proving that sometimes, the most delicious things come wrapped in simplicity. These translucent parcels are a vibrant testament to the balance of flavors and fresh ingredients. Each roll is a meticulously crafted bite, beginning with delicate, chewy rice paper, which beautifully encases a medley of crisp lettuce, aromatic fresh herbs like mint and cilantro, tender vermicelli noodles, and your choice of succulent protein often perfectly coo...

Babi Guling Bali - Suckling Pig (English) Babi Guling Bali is widely available across Bali , from humble roadside eateries called "warungs" to more upscale restaurants. Some of the most famous and highly-rated places Babi Guling is one of the most famous dishes from Bali , the name itself literally means "roast pig" or "rolled pig." It's a whole suckling pig, typically a young pig, that is meticulously seasoned and spit-roasted over an open fire for several hours. The heart of Babi Guling's flavor lies in its intricate Balinese spice paste, known as "basa genep." This complex blend typically includes ingredients like shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, turmeric, lemongrass, chili, kaffir lime leaves, and other herbs and spices. The pig is often stuffed with this paste, and sometimes its skin is also rubbed with turmeric for color and flavor. What you get on a plate: A typical serving of Babi Guling, often called "Nasi Babi Guling...