Vietnamese Chả Tôm

Vietnamese Chả Tôm are savory, pan-fried or deep-fried shrimp cakes, a popular street food and home-cooked dish. They are typically made from a bouncy paste of minced shrimp, pork, wood ear mushrooms, and glass noodles, seasoned with fish sauce and pepper. Originating from Vietnam, they are a common component in meals, noodle soups, and spring rolls.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These cakes are a good source of protein from the shrimp and pork, with moderate fat from the cooking method. They provide key nutrients like selenium and B vitamins, and a typical serving of two small cakes contains roughly 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	19 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 µg
Niacin (B3)	4.2 mg
Phosphorus	210 mg
Selenium	35 µg
Zinc	2.8 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Magnesium	45 mg
Potassium	320 mg

Per 3 pieces (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The unique, springy texture of Chả Tôm comes from the traditional pounding of the shrimp into a fine paste, a technique also used in fish cakes. Nutritionally, they offer a balanced combination of lean protein and vegetables in a convenient, flavorful package.