Overview
Vietnam's beloved broken rice dish paired with sweet lemongrass-marinated pork chops and aromatic scallion oil.
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Cơm Tấm (Vietnam)
An authentic recipe for Vietnam's famous Cơm Tấm, highlighting tender broken rice, caramelized lemongrass pork chops, and fragrant scallion oil.
Ready in
50 min
Makes 4 servings
Prep
30m
Cook
20m
Level
Medium
About this recipe
An authentic recipe for Vietnam's famous Cơm Tấm, highlighting tender broken rice, caramelized lemongrass pork chops, and fragrant scallion oil.
Vietnam's beloved broken rice dish paired with sweet lemongrass-marinated pork chops and aromatic scallion oil.
Ingredients
Rice
Pork Chops
Accompaniments
Equipment
- Rice cooker For cooking broken rice
- Grill pan or outdoor grill For cooking pork chops
- Mixing bowls For marinade
Instructions
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Cook the broken rice in a rice cooker with the specified amount of water until fluffy and tender.
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In a bowl, mix minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, honey, and vegetable oil to create the marinade.
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Coat the pork chops thoroughly with the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
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Grill or pan-sear the marinated pork chops over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side until caramelized and fully cooked.
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Prepare scallion oil by heating chopped scallions with a little oil in a pan for 30 seconds.
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Assemble the plate with a mound of warm broken rice, the grilled pork chop, drizzle with scallion oil, and serve with pickled vegetables and fish sauce on the side.
Nutrition
Calories
520
Protein
35g
Carbs
55g
Fat
18g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
8g
Sodium
850mg
Serving Size
1 serving
Cooking Timeline
Recipe Scorecard
Overall
9.4
/10
Expert
4.9
95% conf.
Expert Review
Verdict
An iconic Vietnamese culinary masterpiece featuring incredible texture contrasts and savory-sweet flavors.
Pros
- Authentic street food flavor
- Juicy caramelized pork
- Unique rice texture
Cons
- Multiple components require coordination
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Summary
An authentic recipe for Vietnam's famous Cơm Tấm, highlighting tender broken rice, caramelized lemongrass pork chops, and fragrant scallion oil.
Tips
- Use thin-cut pork chops so they absorb the marinade quickly and stay tender
- Do not skip the scallion oil (mỡ hành); it adds essential moisture and flavor to the broken rice
- Serve with a small bowl of sweet fish sauce and pickled daikon/carrots to balance the richness
Substitutions
- Broken rice → Standard Jasmine white rice
- Pork chops → Chicken thighs
Storage
Store leftover rice and pork separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Pairing
- Vietnamese iced coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá)
- Clear vegetable broth soup
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FAQ
What is broken rice?
Broken rice consists of grain fragments broken in the field, during milling, or during transport, giving it a distinct soft texture.
What sauce is served with Com Tam?
It is traditionally served with Nước Mắm Pha (sweet and tangy diluted fish sauce).
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