Banh Phu The (Vietnamese Husband and Wife Cake)

Bánh phu thê is a traditional Vietnamese cake, often used in wedding ceremonies. The cake is round, flat, and usually beautifully decorated. It typically has a pale white or yellow color, with a smooth outer layer. The main ingredients for making bánh phu thê include glutinous rice flour, sugar, coconut, and various spices such as sesame seeds, green beans, and lotus seeds. Bánh phu thê is not only an indispensable part of traditional wedding ceremonies but also seen as a symbol of happiness, luck, and prosperity in married life.