The Big Mac Index was introduced in 1986 as a humorous illustration of national purchasing power parity and it has been published by The Economist ever since. We found that the average price of a Big Mac burger is around €3.70. But we all know that a simple Big Mac (not a meal) won’t make you full and yes better food around the world! We want to prove to you that you can get different types of healthy meals in Asia with the same number of Big Macs in Europe.
Thailand
Fresh coconut juice + delicious Khao Soi plate + mango sticky rice = 140 THB
China
A plate of Xiao Long Bao (dumplings) + local beer = 25 CNY
Japan
A plate of Kaisendon (seafood rice) = 500 yen
Vietnam
One portion of pho + bread + 2 local beers + banana tea (banana and coconut dessert) = 85,000 VND
Indonesia
A plate of Nasi goreng (fried rice) + 2 grilled chicken skewers + mango juice = 55,000 VND
Philippines
A bowl of Ted’s Batchoy + halo dessert = 187 PHP
Thanks to Jaya from Girl Eats World and Chester for these tips!
India
a plate of Thali (various dishes) + a plate of Masala dosa + a cone of Pakoras + Mango Lassi = INR 260
