[0:00]Recently, Banh Mi Heo Quay, or roasted pork Banh Mi, a simple and familiar Vietnamese dish, has gained international recognition. Ranking second among Southeast Asia's top 100 dishes by Taste Atlas, based on tens of thousands of global reviews. So, what makes a quick everyday meal turn into a memorable experience? Let's find out with our reporter, Man Mai.
[0:35]A morning in Ho Chi Minh City can start really simply. Just a Banh Mi with crispy rock pork and a cup of coffee. But this humble dish has just been ranked second among Southeast Asia's top 100 dishes by Taste Atlas. So, what make a Banh Mi like this so special? Let's find out. No fancy seating, no air conditioning, no luxury view, but in Ho Chi Minh City, these mon Banh Mi stores are always busy. Roast pork Banh Mi is quick, convenient and affordable. And I really love the crispy pork skin. It's so good. The crispy craco with every bite, like the content flow of traffic on Ho Chi Minh City Street. The rich savory pork reflects a city full of character, and the fresh herbs and pickles bring a brief scent of balance. There is no single recipe, but every stall has its own way of keeping customers coming back. We sell more than 100 a day. We have both local and international customers. When people enjoy the food, it motivates us to keep going from morning to night. I ate many times in different places, so sometimes I try if something is different. I think it's very good for breakfast and um it's very crunchy inside. Vietnamese Banh Mi is not a purely original dish, but a product of cultural adaptations. The French baguette was transformed to be lighter and crispier. Roast pork comes from rich Asian cooking traditions. Together, they create a dish that reflects both culture and history. So we've been here for 10 days and we've had four, we've had four Banh Mi already. He's had more, he's a favorite. Um and we love them, don't we? We think they're delicious. And we we where we live in Nottingham, we have a shop that sells Banh Mi. So we'll be eating them when we get home as well, won't we? Beyond Taste Atlas, CNN had also listed Vietnamese Banh Mi among the 25 best sandwiches in the world. A Banh Mi may take only a few minutes to eat, but what stays is more than just the taste. It's carry of cultural value, story of Vietnamese cuisine, and a sense of connection between its people, memory and everyday life.
