Bò né

From Vietnam, Bò né is a well-known breakfast. The dish is built around eggs, onions, chili and beef.

Bò né is a Vietnamese breakfast dish built around sizzling beef, eggs, onions, and chili, served on a hot cast-iron pan with accompaniments like pâté, bread, and fresh herbs. Its origins are debated, but it is widely believed to have evolved from French colonial influences, particularly the habit of cooking steak and eggs on a hot plate, which was adapted into a distinctly Vietnamese street-food style.

Regional variations exist, with southern versions (especially in Ho Chi Minh City) often featuring a richer array of vegetables and sauces, while northern preparations may lean simpler and more savory. Culturally, bò né is a social breakfast—often shared at roadside stalls—where the sizzling platter encourages communal eating and a leisurely start to the day, reflecting Vietnam’s vibrant café and street-food traditions.