Taste Atlas: Three Vietnamese Dishes Voted Among Top 100 Best Breakfasts In The World

Three Vietnamese dishes, Bo Kho, Bun Bo Hue, and Com Tam Thit Nuong have been listed among the 100 best-rated breakfasts in the world, according to information provided by the international food website Taste Atlas.
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In the 23rd position, Bo Kho (beef stew) can be consumed on its own or accompanied by a baguette on the side. It can also be served over noodles, whilst it is customary to serve a variety of fresh herbs on the side, said TasteAtlas.

Taste Atlas: Three Vietnamese Dishes Voted Among Top 100 Best Breakfasts In The World
Three Vietnamese dishes were voted among the world's best breakfast dishes. Photo: Taste Atlas

Meanwhile, Bun Bo Hue (Hue breakfast noodle soup) ranks 50th on the list. The soup is traditionally consumed for breakfast and consists of pork and beef bones broth, noodles, lemongrass, shrimp paste, lime juice, and a variety of herbs, the website wrote.

Elsewhere, Com Tam Suon (Broken rice with grilled pork) is placed in the 70th position. The classic dish from the southern region consists of grilled pork which is served on top of broken rice. The combination is often topped with a mix of stir-fried onions and pickles, whilst it is typically accompanied by fish sauce for dipping.

The pork is usually marinated in lemongrass, pepper, garlic, and fish sauce before being grilled, according to the food website TasteAtlas.

Rounding off the list of TasteAtlas’s 10 best-rated breakfasts were many representatives from across the world, namely Kahvaltı of Turkey, Bougatsa of Greece, Roti canai of Malaysia, Chilaquiles of Mexico, Zelnik of North Macedonia, Komplet of Serbia, Beyran çorbası of Turkey, Croissant of France, Jianbing of China, and Pão de queijo of Brazil.

TasteAtlas is an encyclopedia of flavors, a world atlas showcasing traditional dishes, local ingredients, and authentic restaurants. The website has cataloged over 10,000 foods and drinks from across the world, with dozens of thousands yet to be researched and mapped.

Bo Kho

Bo Kho is a dish of South Vietnamese origin using the kho cooking method, it is a spicy dish made commonly with beef which is known throughout the country and beyond. In rural areas, the dish is described as being "extremely fiery."

Taste Atlas: Three Vietnamese Dishes Voted Among Top 100 Best Breakfasts In The World
Bo Kho is a dish of South Vietnamese origin using the kho cooking method, it is a spicy dish made commonly with beef which is known throughout the country and beyond. Photo: Food & Wine

The taste of the dish is not in the typical Vietnamese style and is more reminiscent of Indian or Malaysian cuisine. The wide distribution of beef and slow-cooked stews in Vietnam is thanks to French culinary influence during colonial times, so the modern dish is considered to have a mixed origin.

The ingredients of the dish can vary widely. The typical ingredients of the dish are beef, carrot, lemongrass, and garlic. Some other ingredients that can be used are tomatoes, applesauce, star anise, and galangal. The ingredients are first marinated with some Vietnamese spices and sauces (ginger, chili, Vietnamese-style fish sauce). Then, the dish should be slowly stewed until cooked. It is usually served with rice, rice noodles, or Banh Mi, and herbs (examples include Thai basil and cilantro).

Bun Bo Hue

Bun Bo Hue is a staple Vietnamese soup that is traditionally consumed for breakfast, consisting of pork and beef bone broth, bun noodles, lemongrass, shrimp paste, lime juice, and a variety of herbs. The soup is much spicier than most Vietnamese soups, and its flavor is often described as rich and complex.

Taste Atlas: Three Vietnamese Dishes Voted Among Top 100 Best Breakfasts In The World
Many believe that Bun Bo Hue found its way into mainstream society by way of the royal order, and the imperial court's cuisine influenced it. Photo: Food & Wine

It originated in the city of Hue, but not much is known about its exact origins or inventor. Usual additions include sliced brisket or crab balls, but every cook makes the dish with slight variations. Many believe that Bun Bo Hue found its way into mainstream society by way of the royal order, and the imperial court's cuisine influenced it.

Regardless of the origin, the soup remains a delicious and inexpensive breakfast staple.

Com Tam Suon

Com Tam Suon is a classic dish from South Vietnam. It consists of grilled pork served on top of broken rice. The combination is often topped with a mix of stir-fried onions and pickles, and it is accompanied by fish sauce for dipping. The pork is typically marinated in lemongrass, pepper, garlic, and fish sauce before it's grilled.

Taste Atlas: Three Vietnamese Dishes Voted Among Top 100 Best Breakfasts In The World
Com Tam Suon is a classic dish from South Vietnam. Photo: Taste Atlas

This dish is usually served in the morning for breakfast.

The main ingredients to be eaten with a com tam plate include grilled sour and sweet pork ribs, nem chao (boiled pork skin cut into threads, cut bacon mixed with fish sauce, roasted rice powder, and spice), and many others.

There are different styles of Com Tam. They include broken rice cooked in a tinny earthen pot, fried broken rice in Vietnamese or Thai recipes, or com chao, which means broken rice, vegetables, meat, and eggs are poured into the pan, stirred, and enjoyed hot.

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