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Nutritional Values
600kcal
40gProtein
55gCarbs
20gFat
3gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🫘 Soy
🌾 Gluten
Com Ga
How to order / say it
Say it
Cơm Gà — [Kerm gah]
Order
I'd like the Com Ga, please.
Locally
Cho tôi một phần Cơm Gà.
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Flavored rice served with uniquely prepared chicken and herbs.
Why try it?
Cơm Gà is cherished for its simplicity yet profound depth, representing the importance of rice in Vietnamese cuisine. It reflects Da Nang's skillful use of herbs and aromatics to elevate humble ingredients.
How it tastes
The tender poached chicken paired with fragrantly seasoned rice provides a harmonious and comforting meal, enhanced by the accompanying spicy and tangy dipping sauce.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Emerging in the countryside influenced by Chinese and local culinary practices, Cơm Gà became popular during the 19th century in Da Nang due to its nourishing qualities and availability of fresh ingredients like herbs and rice.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 250 g chicken
- 🌾 200 g jasmine rice
- 🧂 10 g ginger
- 🧂 1 piece chili
- 🥣 50 ml fish sauce
- 🍋 1 piece lime
- 🌿 30 g fresh herbs
Method
- 1 Poach the chicken with ginger and spices.
- 2 Cook the rice in chicken broth until flavored.
- 3 Slice the chicken and assemble it over rice.
- 4 Serve with herbs and dipping sauce.
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