Vietnamese Broken Rice (Cơm Tấm) 🇻🇳
Concluding this 3-part series, here is a classic dish I grew up eating since I was a kid 😌 This Vietnamese broken rice (cơm tấm) recipe is one that y’all needa add to your “must-try” lists! I didn’t use pork in this recipe so that those who don’t eat red meat (like myself) can enjoy as well 🫶🏼
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RECIPE 📝 ↴︎︎
What You’ll Need:
- 2 c uncooked brown rice
- 2 1/2 c water
- 1-2 stalks scallions, chopped
- 2 tbsps canola oil
Additions:
- Lettuce leaves, halved
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (or reg tomatoes, sliced)
- Cucumbers, sliced
- Viet dipping sauce (nước chấm)*
- Viet pickled carrots & daikon (đồ chua)*
- Viet “meatloaf” (chả trứng hấp chay)*
- Optional: Viet meat substitute
*See my past posts for the recipes!
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What To Do:
1. Prepare the rice: In a blender, roughly grind up the uncooked brown rice until the grains look “broken.” Then, cook the rice w/ water in a rice cooker. If you don’t have a rice cooker, you can cook it on the stovetop instead— cook until rice is soft & fluffy.
2. Prepare the scallion oil in the meantime: On a stovetop, heat up a small pan & add oil. Once the oil heats up, add & sauté the scallions for ~5 mins (until fragrant). Remove pan from heat & set aside.
3. Using a rice bowl, add in cooked rice— this is to shape the rice into a half-dome. Next, flip the rice bowl upside-down onto the center of a serving plate & gently lift up the bowl so you have a little rice “mountain.” Then, plate the remaining additions & pour out as much nước chấm as desired in a sauce dish. Enjoy~
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Vietnamese Broken Rice, known as Cơm Tấm, is a traditional dish that has gained popularity for its delightful flavors and versatility. This dish typically consists of broken rice grains, but can also include a variety of healthy toppings and sauces. The use of uncooked brown rice not only adds a nutty flavor but also provides a healthier alternative. To enhance the experience of a classic Cơm Tấm meal, consider pairing the rice with fresh vegetables such as lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes, along with popular traditional sides like Vietnamese dipping sauce (nước chấm) and pickled vegetables (đồ chua). For those who prefer plant-based options, there are plenty of Vietnamese meat substitutes available, such as tofu or mock meats, which can add depth to your dish without compromising on taste. Experimenting with different toppings and flavors will help you create a personalized version of this beloved classic. Remember, the beauty of Vietnamese cuisine lies in its balance of flavors, showcasing sweetness, sourness, and umami all in one plate. So gather your ingredients and indulge in this hearty and satisfying meal that reconnects you to the rich culinary traditions of Vietnam.
