Where to eat "sa bi chuong" broken rice in Binh Duong?

Broken rice (com tam) is loved by both Vietnamese and foreigners - Photo: DANG KHUONG

At first glance, broken rice (com tam) seems like a very simple dish, consisting of grilled pork ribs, pork patties, pork skin, and egg. This dish is sought after by many people both domestically and internationally. However, not every restaurant makes a plate of broken rice with the same flavor.

Here are some of the most popular broken rice restaurants in Binh Duong . The price of a plate of broken rice ranges from 30,000 to 45,000 VND. However, some restaurants are praised for being delicious and affordable, while others are considered too expensive.

Com Tam 68

Com Tam 68 has been in business for over 10 years. The restaurant is one of the names frequently mentioned by people in Binh Duong when asked about broken rice dishes.

A plate of rice with grilled pork ribs, pork skin, and pork patties costs 35,000 VND - Photo: DANG KHUONG

Ordering a plate of "sa bi chuong" (grilled pork belly with spices) will immediately captivate diners with its fresh, lightly seasoned grilled pork. The meat is incredibly tender and has a subtle sweetness.

Some diners have commented on TikTok that the meat here is... "small and cute".

Each bowl of soup served alongside is a big plus because the broth is very light and sweet with the flavor of vegetables. Diners can barely detect any MSG.

However, the rice dish also had a drawback: the meatballs. They were cold, somewhat mushy, and lacked flavor. This is a dish that most customers at the restaurant rated unimpressively on TikTok.

Grilled meat is the most popular item on the plate of rice - Photo: DANG KHUONG

The crispy pork cracklings in Com Tam 68 are also covered with a thin layer of salty dried chili, giving the eater a somewhat unrelated feeling.

However, Com Tam 68 remains a popular choice for people in Binh Duong, as the restaurant's spacious setting is always packed with customers during peak hours or special occasions.

The restaurant has a 4.1 star rating on Google Maps.

Com Tam No. 5

Com Tam No. 5 is located on a street corner in Chanh Nghia area, one of the famous eateries of Binh Duong people.

As you drive past, this place is one of the busiest in Binh Duong.

A plate of broken rice costs 40,000 VND - Photo: DANG KHUONG

As soon as it's served, the plate of rice immediately attracts diners with the bright yellow color of the pork patties, the rich color of the grilled meat, and a touch of green from the onions and cucumbers.

The meat at this restaurant isn't too big, but it's marinated and grilled to perfection. When you bite into it, you can also feel its firm texture.

One customer at the restaurant jokingly remarked, "This kind of meat makes you eat a lot of rice."

The sausage is not crumbly, and the ingredients inside have a certain degree of cohesion, so it doesn't break completely when the eater takes a bite.

The pork cracklings are rendered until crispy, with a slightly salty taste. The pickled eggplant has a sweet taste instead of the usual sourness, making it an "unusual addition" to broken rice dishes.

Finally, a few spoonfuls of fish sauce, like a thread connecting all the ingredients, are put into the mouth, successfully fulfilling the task of "breathing life into the dish".

Com Tam No. 5 has a 3.8-star rating on Google Maps. Some diners say the price of the dish is... too expensive.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/ve-binh-duong-an-com-tam-sa-bi-chuong-o-dau-2024100911532633.htm