5 famous delicious dishes in Saigon

Broken rice with pork chop, pork skin and ham

In the past, broken rice was the most popular breakfast dish for people of all classes in Saigon. Nowadays, this dish can be eaten at any time of the day, from early morning to late at night. Although it can be found in air-conditioned restaurants, for many people, to enjoy this dish in the "true Saigon style" it must be on a street corner or an alley, with the smell of grilled ribs wafting in the misty smoke. The fragrant grilled meat is eaten with soft sausage, chewy pork skin, and a moderately salty fish sauce. Those who have eaten this dish will find it hard to forget. Photo: Phong Vinh

Sidewalk noodles

Hu Tieu is a dish that is no longer strange to any foodie in Saigon, especially the young. The sweet taste of the broth and the simple space to enjoy it are always what makes diners from far away remember the dish. The Hu Tieu stall on the sidewalk of Nguyen Thai Hoc Street with its unusually large wontons has attracted many tourists. Photo: Phong Vinh

Hoa Ma Bread

For many people, banh mi is a fast food, very suitable for the busy life in Saigon. With a unique but not too special flavor, Hoa Ma sandwich shop has kept memories of Saigon for many years. The dish that many people choose includes a loaf of bread about a hand's length, eaten with a hot, full pan of food. Inside this small pan are all kinds of attractive ingredients such as fried eggs, cold cuts, sausages, fish cakes, pork rolls, etc. All are meticulously fried to a crispy edge with a little onion cut into wedges and served hot with bread. Photo: Phong Vinh

Beef ball porridge

An easy-to-eat dish suitable for any time of the day, beef ball porridge can be enjoyed anytime you feel hungry. Tam Hoi beef ball porridge shop is a nearly 20-year-old address that you cannot miss when visiting Saigon. The bowl of porridge brought to diners is eye-catching with the green of green onions, the yellow of fried dough sticks, the brown of blood and the natural white of porridge. Dip the chewy beef ball into a bowl of black sauce, take a bite and you will feel the chewy, crunchy aroma and gradually permeate your throat. Photo: Phong Vinh

Spicy salt and pepper noodles

Spicy salt and chili noodles have been in Saigon for 40 years and have captivated many diners with its hard-to-find flavor. Thanks to the sweetness of minced beef, the crunchiness of beef pieces, along with minced shrimp, chicken eggs... a bowl of hot broth, all blend together to create a special delicious taste. Photo: Phong Vinh

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