Myanmar Traditional Food And Snacks
Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a stunning country in Southeast Asia that is certainly worth a visit. To say Myanmar is culturally diverse would be an understatement. The country is home to over 100 different ethnic groups and with borders into Thailand, China, India, Laos, and Bangladesh, it’s a bit of a melting pot of Asia.
When it comes to Myanmar’s Traditional Food And Snacks, you can help but notice influences from all its boarding countries, and the tastes of India, Thailand, and China are very apparent, making the traditional food of Myanmar a bit of a taste safari sensation.
Join me as we take a look at all the most popular food and snacks that you should try when visiting Myanmar or have a go at cooking at home.
Mohinga
Mohinga is one of the most popular traditional foods in Myanmar and it might just be one of the tastiest breakfasts you have ever had. It’s full of deliciously fresh flavors, it’s filling and it’s very good for you too.
Mohinga is made with a fish broth base full of lemongrass flavors and is filled with delicious rice noodles and fried banana stems. Imagine a kind of ramen for breakfast except instead of having a meaty topping you have options like a soft boiled egg, coriander, lime juice, chilies, crispy bean fritters, and more.
Mohinga is so popular in fact that it’s pretty much the unofficial dish of Myanmar and everyone eats it for breakfast or as a tasty snack during the day.