Favorite ethnic breakfast
#16
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Being from Columbia I miss having grits for breakfast.
Seriously,
I love a good German breakfast, fresh brotchen, cheeses, meats, fruits, endless cups of coffee.
A good, proper British breakfast is good as well, minus the black pudding. That breakfast will stick to your ribs and allow for a small lunch when out touring.
Seriously,
I love a good German breakfast, fresh brotchen, cheeses, meats, fruits, endless cups of coffee.
A good, proper British breakfast is good as well, minus the black pudding. That breakfast will stick to your ribs and allow for a small lunch when out touring.
#17
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I love jianbing in China (mostly Northern) - basically a fried egg with a crepe on top of it - with the spicy sauce and everything it is fantastic. With a cup of freshly made warm doujiang (soymilk), a couple tea eggs, and I am set for the day. And super cheap as well (as with all Chinese street food).
#18
Gee, ethnic huh? That means from ANYWHERE, right?
Well, Japanese (miso shiro, rice, natto, an egg, pickles, seaweed), and if I'm interested in saving a bit of money, Japanese at Matsuya does the trick. Or, if I'm running low on patience that day, Yamazaki crustless sandwiches. There is a grip of varieties, including sugar and margarine...of which I regularly steer clear.
Turkish, thanks for reminding me of it. One hotel in Pamukkale served me a generous assortment of jams, dips, meats, cheeses, and breads, with cay, of course.
But, my staple when in the states is a bowl of cereal drowned in milk. Admittedly, anything I'd eat at lunch or dinner I'd also eat at breakfast-anytime is fine for me.
Well, Japanese (miso shiro, rice, natto, an egg, pickles, seaweed), and if I'm interested in saving a bit of money, Japanese at Matsuya does the trick. Or, if I'm running low on patience that day, Yamazaki crustless sandwiches. There is a grip of varieties, including sugar and margarine...of which I regularly steer clear.
Turkish, thanks for reminding me of it. One hotel in Pamukkale served me a generous assortment of jams, dips, meats, cheeses, and breads, with cay, of course.
But, my staple when in the states is a bowl of cereal drowned in milk. Admittedly, anything I'd eat at lunch or dinner I'd also eat at breakfast-anytime is fine for me.
#20
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One mans local breakfast is another's exotic fare.
#21
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Folks, See no mention of foods of India !
There are as many typical breakfasts as there are states in India.
Unfortunately you can't find many places serving Indian breakfast. You can get a sampling at Surati Bros in Artesia CA. major metros like Chicago, La, Houston, NY, etc do have some joints serving some breakfast items...look for late night early morning taxi driver haunts !
Western India has many varieties of deep fried, spiced, items paired with chutneys, sauces etc. Add home made breads like roti, chapati, parathas....ALWAYS strong hot spiced tea.
the southerners are partial to rice all day. Fermented rice creeps, salty, often filled with spicy cooked potatoes, onions.....Steamed rice cakes...accompanied by hot curry with veggies in it and coconut chutney.....
Darn I am getting hungry !
There are as many typical breakfasts as there are states in India.
Unfortunately you can't find many places serving Indian breakfast. You can get a sampling at Surati Bros in Artesia CA. major metros like Chicago, La, Houston, NY, etc do have some joints serving some breakfast items...look for late night early morning taxi driver haunts !
Western India has many varieties of deep fried, spiced, items paired with chutneys, sauces etc. Add home made breads like roti, chapati, parathas....ALWAYS strong hot spiced tea.
the southerners are partial to rice all day. Fermented rice creeps, salty, often filled with spicy cooked potatoes, onions.....Steamed rice cakes...accompanied by hot curry with veggies in it and coconut chutney.....
Darn I am getting hungry !
#23
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I love a good breakfast.
While I've had terrific morning meals in many different countries and truly enjoyed many differet items;
hands down my favorite ethnic breakfast is some refried beans with chilaquiles (mole, rojo or verdes, it's all good) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chilaquiles
I don't even require eggs or meat with them, just the beans & chilaquiles.
Thankfully there are plenty of places that make the dish locally here in Chicago.^
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While I've had terrific morning meals in many different countries and truly enjoyed many differet items;
hands down my favorite ethnic breakfast is some refried beans with chilaquiles (mole, rojo or verdes, it's all good) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chilaquiles
I don't even require eggs or meat with them, just the beans & chilaquiles.
Thankfully there are plenty of places that make the dish locally here in Chicago.^
(bolding mine) I look forward to speaking with you tomorrow about this topic
#24
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I like both American and Mexican breakfasts about equally. The English fry-ups are ok, but IME usually lacking a key ingredient (crispy potatoes), and containing several other things I don't want at least for breakfast.
Third choice would be a Thailand breakfast buffet where East meets West. No other country I've been to serves what I consider a decent breakfast, locally.
Third choice would be a Thailand breakfast buffet where East meets West. No other country I've been to serves what I consider a decent breakfast, locally.
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#28
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The more civilized version (that I much prefer) is called "goetta" and is available only in Cincinatti and southern Ohio. Goetta is made with beef, pork, spices and pinhead oats. It is similarly stewed, refrigerated, slicd and fried.
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I love a good breakfast.
While I've had terrific morning meals in many different countries and truly enjoyed many differet items;
hands down my favorite ethnic breakfast is some refried beans with chilaquiles (mole, rojo or verdes, it's all good) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chilaquiles
I don't even require eggs or meat with them, just the beans & chilaquiles.
Thankfully there are plenty of places that make the dish locally here in Chicago....
While I've had terrific morning meals in many different countries and truly enjoyed many differet items;
hands down my favorite ethnic breakfast is some refried beans with chilaquiles (mole, rojo or verdes, it's all good) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chilaquiles
I don't even require eggs or meat with them, just the beans & chilaquiles.
Thankfully there are plenty of places that make the dish locally here in Chicago....
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#30
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I love Chinese Congee with chicken, green onions, fried chilies and garlic.
I also love the Southern Indian breakfast of Idli with spicy coconut chutney and sambar and if I can get a dosa with that, even better.
A well done omlette with spinach, cheese, onions and chilies hits the spot.
One thing is for sure -- with my breakfast, I always have to have at least 2-3 different fruits if possible.
I also love the Southern Indian breakfast of Idli with spicy coconut chutney and sambar and if I can get a dosa with that, even better.
A well done omlette with spinach, cheese, onions and chilies hits the spot.
One thing is for sure -- with my breakfast, I always have to have at least 2-3 different fruits if possible.