Bread - Banh Mi
Vietnamese bread is made in a shape very similar to French baguettes. Traditionally, the bread has a crispy, yellow outer shell and soft, fluffy, white filling. Vietnamese bread is often either served as sub sandwiches, or as a side item to be dipped in beef or chicken dishes.
Vietnamese Sub Sandwich - Banh Mi Thit
If you are looking for a cheap and satisfying lunch or snack, look no further - Vietnamese sub sandwiches are packed with cold cut meats, pickled carrot and daikon, homemade creamy mayonnaise, french-style liver pate, fresh cilantro and chili pepper. Ten years ago, the going price for one of these generously sized sandwiches was one dollar. Now, most subs go for about $2-3, however, you can often upgrade and get barbecued meats and sometimes have your sandwich grilled so that you can eat it piping hot. Cheaper versions are made with a ridiculously fluffy and crumbly baguette. The less messy, tastier and more expensive banh mi uses bread that bares more resemblance to French-style baguette. Together with a soft drink or juice, your meal will most likely cost you less than $5!
Other Names:Vietnamese Sandwich
Spicy Stewed Beef with Bread - Banh Mi Bo Kho
Beef is stewed for hours in an oily, spicy tomato-based sauce, along with carrots, onions and then garnished with fresh basil leaves. This dish is typically served with a side of soft baguette, or alternatively, with rice. The common way to eat the bread is to rip it into small pieces and dip it into the stew.
Chicken Curry with Bread - Banh Mi Ca Ri Ga
This dish is also a favourite among fans of Vietnamese food. Restaurants usually offer a bowl ofcurry chicken and a side of bread. The bread may come in as neatly cut up pieces or as a whole loaf, depending on the restaurant. The common way to eat the bread is to rip it into small pieces and dip it into the curry.
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