Homesick in Singapore? 7 Vietnamese Ingredients You’ll Find at Gánh Xưa Minimart
Missing the comforting taste of home? Whether you’re a Vietnamese expat in Singapore or simply someone who’s fallen in love with Vietnamese cooking, there’s nothing like the right ingredients to bring your favorite dishes to life. At Gánh Xưa Minimart, we carry a wide range of essential Vietnamese pantry items — so you can recreate that authentic home-cooked flavor, right here in Singapore.
Here are 7 must-have Vietnamese ingredients you can find at our minimart:
1. Nước Mắm (Fish Sauce)
No Vietnamese kitchen is complete without nước mắm. This fermented fish sauce is the backbone of countless dishes, from dipping sauces to stir-fries and marinades. At Gánh Xưa, we stock trusted brands like Nam Ngư and Chin-su, perfect for making nước chấm at home.
2. Bún (Rice Vermicelli Noodles)
Whether you’re craving bún thịt nướng, bún bò Huế, or bún riêu, rice vermicelli is essential. We carry various thicknesses and types, including instant packs for quick meals and traditional dry noodles for homemade broths.
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Making phở from scratch is an art — but if you’re short on time, our phở spice kits and instant broth cubes can save the day. Add fresh herbs and beef slices, and you’ll have a bowl that tastes just like Hà Nội.
4. Cà Phê Phin (Vietnamese Drip Coffee & Filter)
There’s nothing quite like a slow drip of strong Vietnamese coffee over sweet condensed milk. Pick up your phin filter, a bag of Trung Nguyên or G7 ground coffee, and a can of Ông Thọ — and start your mornings the Vietnamese way.
5. Bánh Tráng (Rice Paper)
Perfect for making gỏi cuốn (fresh spring rolls) or bánh tráng trộn (rice paper salad), this staple is versatile and easy to store. Grab some rice paper, shrimp, pork, and herbs — and you’ve got yourself a party dish.
6. Gia Vị (Seasoning Mixes)
We offer a wide selection of seasoning packs for traditional dishes like kho cá, kho thịt, and canh chua. These pre-mixed spices save time and ensure the flavors are spot on, especially if you’re still learning to cook Vietnamese food.
Final Thoughts:
Whether you’re whipping up a full Vietnamese dinner or just craving a taste of home, Gánh Xưa Minimart is here to help. We’re proud to bring authentic Vietnamese ingredients to Singapore — so that wherever you are, home is just one meal away.
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