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SAI GON BROKEN RICE
The origin of Vietnamese broken rice
Since Vietnam started the urbanization process in the first half of the 20th century, this dish became popular in the South region including HCMC
In the late 19th century, streamers broken rice was a popular dish among poor farmers in the Mekong Delta
Called "Cơm tấm" in Vietnamese, as it's name suggests, it is made from broken rice
In the past the grain were inevitably broken during milling but now, people have to deliberately break the rice
Things that make delicious Vietnamese broken rice
How is it serviced
The streamed broken rice and other ingredients are put on a piece while the mixed fish sauce is put in a small bowl, which is then spread onto the dish to enhance the flavours
The dish can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner
While many people in the South enjoy Vietnamese broken rice with spoons or fork, those in the North prefer chapstick
Why it is worth trying
Vietnamese broken rice is an iconic dish
Vietnamese broken rice has been chosen by Asia Record Organization as one of the 10 Vietnamese dishes that have great gastronomic importance to the region
It has also been praised by international media like CNN Travel and The Culture Trip Magazine as one of the best dishes in Vietnam in 2018 and 2019
Ingredients
Vietnamese steamed omelet or fried eggs
Some vegetables such as sliced cucumber and tomato, carrots and flavours
Grilled pork ribs
Mixed fish sauce
Broken rice
Where to get the best Vietnamese broken rice
Com tam Kieu Giang
Address: 192 Tran Quang Khai Street, District 1
Price: VND 30000 - 50000
Com tam Ba Ghien
Address: 54 Dang Van Ngu Street, Phu Nhuan District
Price: VND 30000 - 100000
Com tam Thuan Kieu
Address: 54 Thuan Kieu Street, District 11.
Price: VND 30000 - 100000