Com chay (crispy rice crust or rice crackers) is a wonderful treat best enjoyed with a thick meaty sauce. I first tried com chay in Ninh Binh province with a scrumptious sauce of beef, onion, carrot, mushroom, tomato, dill, mint and other herbs and spices. The rice crust cracked as I dipped it into the mouthwatering sauce and it was simply heavenly.
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Phở is a Vietnamese thinly sliced meat and noodle soup dish. The soup includes noodles made from rice and is often served with basil, lime, sprouts and peppers that are added to the soup by the customer (as well as any condiments desired). The most common variety includes thinly sliced beef brisket or flank. Continue Reading