Eat banh it
It’s a very simple name: banh it (it literally means “few” or “a little”, banh in Vietnamese is a term used for anything made of any kind of flour, in any shape and size, cooked in any way imaginable, so “cake,” “pastry”, “pie,” “bread,” and similar terms are not equivalent translations, in fact I’m still looking for a correct corresponding term). I digress. This banh it we got from Gio Cha Duc Huong (Bellaire Blvd, Houston) has a pyramid shape, similar to the ones I’d had in Saigon. Once again I don’t know how the banh maker can shape these things up in banana leaves, and an American bonus, cling wrap.
They’re certainly not ancient world’s wonder, but they’re quite resilient, at least against my attempt to dissect and take a picture of the interior.
It is as simple as a child’s treat can be. A clump of mung bean paste concealed by a layer of sticky rice flour. I believe brown sugar is added to the dough to make the color. (Update: indeed there is sugar, but I’m pretty sure there is no la gai in this little one.) The mung bean paste is also a little sweetened, but dry and scrumptious to the extent of powdery (so yeah, not really a “paste”). The dough coat is, you guess it, sticky. And a little plain if, at all possible, eaten without the bean paste. I enjoyed the mixing of texture in my mouth, mostly because of the filling’s nuttiness. The pyramid is only about 4 inch high and at most 9 square inch at the base, but it hits you hard and sound in the tummy. It is powerful. It makes me wonder about Vietnamese children. If these are their snacks, how come they’re so skinny? I suppose because it’s just sticky rice, bean, and very it sugar. Last note: if you want to savour food with your hand like a good traditional Indian, be prepared for some meticulous finger rubbing with soap and water, it sticks with you.
Thanks a bunch for sharing this with all of us you actually know what you’re talking about! Bookmarked. Kindly also visit my site =). We could have a link exchange contract between us!
1I like the valuable information you provide in your articles. I will bookmark your blog and check again here regularly. I’m quite sure I’ll learn a lot of new stuff right here! Good luck for the next!
2I conceive you have observed some very interesting points, regards for the post.
3What i don’t realize is if truth be told how you are no longer actually much more well-favored than you might be right now. You’re so intelligent. You already know therefore significantly in relation to this subject, made me for my part imagine it from so many numerous angles. Its like women and men are not interested except it is something to do with Woman gaga! Your individual stuffs nice. Always take care of it up!
4Just desire to say your article is as surprising. The clearness for your put up is simply excellent and that i could suppose you’re an expert in this subject. Fine with your permission let me to clutch your feed to stay up to date with imminent post. Thanks one million and please keep up the enjoyable work.
5Very interesting subject , thanks for putting up.
6Thanks for another informative web site. Where else could I get that kind of information written in such a perfect way? I have a project that I am just now working on, and I have been on the look out for such information.
7Great post, you have pointed out some great details , I as well think this s a very wonderful website.
8I like this weblog very much, Its a very nice post to read and incur information. “No one wants advice — only corroboration.” by John Steinbeck.
9Hi there, just became alert to your blog through Google, and found that it is truly informative. I am gonna watch out for brussels. I will appreciate if you continue this in future. Many people will be benefited from your writing. Cheers!
10I like the efforts you have put in this, thanks for all the great content.
11I am so happy to read this. This is the kind of manual that needs to be given and not the accidental misinformation that’s at the other blogs. Appreciate your sharing this greatest doc.
12I want to convey my passion for your generosity giving support to men and women who really want guidance on that subject matter. Your special commitment to getting the solution all around was especially significant and has usually encouraged others just like me to arrive at their pursuits. Your personal useful guideline implies this much a person like me and somewhat more to my colleagues. Warm regards; from each one of us.
13Magnificent web site. Lots of helpful information here. I am sending it to a few friends ans additionally sharing in delicious. And obviously, thank you in your sweat!
14Thanks – Enjoyed this article, how can I make is so that I receive an email whenever you make a fresh post?
15Keep up the great piece of work, I read few posts on this site and I think that your blog is rattling interesting and holds sets of good info .
16It’s laborious to search out knowledgeable individuals on this subject, but you sound like you already know what you’re speaking about! Thanks
17This is a very good tips especially to those new to blogosphere, brief and accurate information… Thanks for sharing this one. A must read article.
18This really answered my problem, thanks!
19It’s the best time to make some plans for the long run and it is time to be happy. I have learn this put up and if I could I desire to suggest you some attention-grabbing issues or suggestions. Maybe you could write next articles referring to this article. I want to learn more things about it!
20Hi, i think that i saw you visited my web site so i came to “go back the prefer”.I’m trying to to find issues to improve my site!I assume its good enough to use some of your concepts!!
21I am delighted that I found this weblog, precisely the right information that I was searching for! .
22I am impressed with this web site, really I am a big fan .
23Great blog you have here but I was curious about if you knew of any user discussion forums that cover the same topics discussed in this article? I’d really like to be a part of community where I can get feedback from other knowledgeable people that share the same interest. If you have any recommendations, please let me know. Cheers!
24Keep up the good work, I read few articles on this website and I conceive that your website is very interesting and contains lots of good info .
25Thank you for some other excellent post. The place else may anybody get that type of information in such an ideal approach of writing? I’ve a presentation subsequent week, and I’m at the look for such info.
26Thanks , I have just been searching for information about this subject for ages and yours is the greatest I’ve discovered so far. But, what about the bottom line? Are you sure about the source?
27Thanks a bunch for sharing this with all of us you actually know what you are talking about! Bookmarked. Please also visit my site =). We could have a link exchange arrangement between us!
28Appreciate it for this marvelous post, I am glad I discovered this internet site on yahoo.
29I truly enjoy studying on this internet site, it has got wonderful content.
30Hiya! I simply wish to give an enormous thumbs up for the great information you might have here on this post. I shall be coming back to your blog for extra soon.
31Your place is valueble for me. Thanks!…
32I think you have observed some very interesting points, regards for the post.
33Great post. I am facing a couple of these problems.
34I am impressed with this web site, really I am a big fan .
35obviously like your web site but you need to check the spelling on quite a few of your posts. Several of them are rife with spelling problems and I find it very troublesome to tell the truth nevertheless I’ll certainly come back again.
36great put up, very informative. I ponder why the opposite specialists of this sector don’t realize this. You must continue your writing. I’m sure, you have a huge readers’ base already!
37I am now not positive the place you are getting your info, however great topic. I needs to spend a while learning much more or figuring out more. Thanks for magnificent info I used to be on the lookout for this information for my mission.
38Hello! Do you know if they make any plugins to protect against hackers? I’m kinda paranoid about losing everything I’ve worked hard on. Any recommendations?
39Perfect work you have done, this site is really cool with excellent info .
40naturally like your web site however you need to take a look at the spelling on quite a few of your posts. A number of them are rife with spelling problems and I in finding it very troublesome to tell the truth then again I will surely come back again.
41Hi! I know this is somewhat off topic but I was wondering which blog platform are you using for this website? I’m getting tired of WordPress because I’ve had issues with hackers and I’m looking at options for another platform. I would be great if you could point me in the direction of a good platform.
42Rattling clean website , thanks for this post.
43This really answered my problem, thank you!
44Thanks, I have recently been searching for info approximately this topic for a while and yours is the greatest I have found out till now. But, what concerning the bottom line? Are you certain about the supply?
45Utterly written content material, regards for information .
46Some really rattling work on behalf of the owner of this website , perfectly outstanding articles.
47Hey! I know this is kinda off topic but I was wondering if you knew where I could find a captcha plugin for my comment form? I’m using the same blog platform as yours and I’m having trouble finding one? Thanks a lot!
48Just a smiling visitant here to share the love (:, btw outstanding style. “Competition is a painful thing, but it produces great results.” by Jerry Flint.
49I got what you mean , thanks for posting.Woh I am happy to find this website through google. “You must pray that the way be long, full of adventures and experiences.” by Constantine Peter Cavafy.
50