VIETNAMESE "BANH MI" APPEARED IN OXFORD DICTIONARY

Banh mi is one of Vietnam's typical dishes, loved for its simplicity, deliciousness and suitability for many tastes. On March 24, 2011, the famous Oxford dictionary officially recognized the word "bread" as a new word added in the latest update of this dictionary. This is not only good news for Vietnamese people but also an important step forward in recognizing and affirming the position of Vietnamese cuisine in the international arena. In this article, we will learn about the appearance of "bread" in the Oxford dictionary and its meaning in Vietnamese cuisine.

Origin and types of Vietnamese bread

Vietnamese bread originated from Baguette bread brought by the French in the early 19th century. From the beginning, bread was like a snack, not considered a main dish. Gradually, over a long period of time, bread has been associated with Vietnamese culture and cuisine and has become an indispensable dish. Bread is very easy to eat and can be combined with many other ingredients to create a delicious loaf of bread, an irresistible dish.

Some types of Vietnamese bread

1. Meatloaf.

Meatloaf includes meat, avocado, patties, and hot pate served with cilantro and cucumber sandwiched in a loaf of bread. This is a very popular type of bread in Ho Chi Minh City

Location :

+ Huynh Hoa Bread (26-30-32 Le Thi Rieng, Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City)

+ Ngoc Mai Bread (No. 275 Phan Xich Long, Ward 7, Phu Nhuan, Ho Chi Minh City)

2. Pan bread

Pan bread is a very special bread dish because the filling is put into the pan including pate, eggs, sausage, fish cakes, cheese,... Then eat with the bread and food in the pan.

Location :

+ Hoa Ma pan bread (53 D. Cao Thang, Ward 3, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City)

+ Co Long Bread (29 Nguyen Chi Thanh Street, Hanoi City)

+ Bread 38 Dinh Liet (38 Dinh Liet street, Hanoi city)

3. Fish cake bread

Crispy golden fried fish cake served with laksa leaves, cucumbers and chili sauce combined with bread to create an irresistibly delicious dish.

Location :

+ Be Ut Restaurant (168 Xa Dan, Phuong Mai Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi)

+ Nha Trang Fish Cake Banh Mi (12 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.)

+ Fragrant Yellow Fish Cake (35 Phan Boi Chau, Ward 14, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.)

4. Shumai bread

Hot and delicious shumai bread, fat and round meatballs with soup dipping with bread are extremely suitable for eating in cold weather. The passionate aroma when steaming shumai with crispy yellow bread is a perfect combination.

Location :

+ Ms. Hong's shumai bread (72 Yersin Street, Ward 10, Da Lat City)

+ Da Lat Kitchen Restaurant (89 Hoang Hoa Tham, Ward 10, Da Lat City)

+ Shumai sandwich – Nguyen Kiem (782 Nguyen Kiem, Ward 3, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City)

Banh Mi - Simple Vietnamese cuisine honored in the international arena

Banh mi is one of the simplest and most simple Vietnamese dishes, made from simple ingredients such as flour, water, salt, and yeast. However, with the delicate combination of ingredients and special preparation, banh mi has become one of Vietnam's most beloved and popular dishes.

Not only popular in traditional cuisine, bread has also become a popular and popular street food around the world. With a combination of bread and a variety of fillings, from grilled meat, pate, eggs, and pork rolls to vegetables and sauces, banh mi has become an attractive and rich street food.

The appearance of "banh mi" in the Oxford dictionary is a recognition of the simplicity and simplicity of Vietnamese cuisine. This also shows that it is not necessary to have luxurious or expensive dishes to be recognized and honored in the international arena. Banh mi has proven its appeal and become a symbol of Vietnamese cuisine worldwide.

Banh Mi in the Oxford dictionary: International recognition for Vietnamese cuisine

Oxford Dictionary is one of the most prestigious dictionaries in the world, known for updating and recognizing new words in accordance with trends and developments in the language. In 2020, this dictionary officially updated 26 new English words related to cuisine, including the word "bread". This shows the international community's interest and recognition of Vietnamese cuisine.

Previously, the word "bread" was used very commonly in different cultures around the world, but with different meanings. The Oxford dictionary has recorded this word as meaning "a type of bread originating from Vietnam, usually made from wheat flour and can be prepared with many different fillings". This also shows the development and popularity of Vietnamese cuisine in the international arena. Banh mi has become one of the typical dishes of Vietnam and is loved by many people around the world. The appearance of "banh mi" in the Oxford dictionary is also an affirmation of the appeal and popularity of Vietnamese cuisine worldwide.

Conclusion

The appearance of "bread" in the Oxford dictionary is an important step in recognizing and affirming the position of Vietnamese cuisine in the international arena. This shows the development and popularity of Vietnamese cuisine worldwide and is a pride of the Vietnamese people.

With recognition from prestigious dictionaries like Oxford, banh mi has become an ambassador for Vietnamese cuisine worldwide. Banh mi is not only a typical Vietnamese dish but also a symbol of Vietnamese cuisine in the international arena. The appearance of "banh mi" in the Oxford dictionary is also an affirmation of the appeal and popularity of Vietnamese street food. This is also a pride and motivation for Vietnamese people to continue developing and promoting their street food in the international arena.