Helen Le
Where to get awesome sweet desserts in Da Nang? (Part. 1)
While we don’t really need a reason to eat desserts, there are some who wonder in amazement why we can resist them when you’re living in Vietnam, especially in Da Nang city. I’m sure that each of us once was in the dilemma like me:…
Crispy Macaroni 3 Ways – Nui Chiên
Recipes: Crispy Macaroni 3 Ways – Nui ChiênBy Helen Le Published: March 16, 2018Prep: 10 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 40 minsYield: 3-4 ServingsIf you ask me a Vietnamese equivalent snack to chips such as Pringles or Doritos, I’d say it’s nui chien. It’s our rice…
Beef Tendon and Green Fruit Salad- Gỏi Gân Bò Hoa Quả Xanh
Recipe: Beef Tendon and Green Fruit Salad- Gỏi Gân Bò Hoa Quả XanhBy Helen Le Published: February 6, 2018Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 10 minsYield: 3-4 ServingsBeef Tendon and Green Fruit is one of the most delicious salads in Vietnam. It is…
Satay Beef Noodle Soup – Hủ Tiếu Sa Tế Bò
Recipe: Satay Beef Noodle Soup – Hủ Tiếu Sa Tế BòBy Helen Le Published: February 5, 2018Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 5 minsYield: 3-4 ServingsSatay beef noodle soup is one of the lesser known specialties of Saigon esp. in Cholon ( Big…
Boiled chicken- Gà luộc
Recipe: Boiled chicken- Gà luộcBy Helen Le Published: February 4, 2018Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 50 minsYield: 1 (3-4 Servings)In Vietnamese tradition, worshipping ancestors is a ritual that we practice to pay tribute to deceased family members and reminding us of our roots. On…
Spicy tofu -Đậu phụ sốt cay
Recipe: Spicy tofu -Đậu phụ sốt cayBy Helen Le Published: February 4, 2018Prep: 10 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 20 minsYield: 2-3 ServingsTofu is definitely the main source of protein for Vietnamese vegetarians. Here in Vietnam, most people eat vegetarian on full moon and new moon…
Braised tofu with pineapple and mushrooms -Đậu phụ kho thơm
Recipe: Braised tofu with pineapple and mushrooms -Đậu phụ kho thơmBy Helen Le Published: February 4, 2018Prep: 10 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 20 minsYield: 1-2 ServingsTofu is definitely the main source of protein for Vietnamese vegetarians. Here in Vietnam, most people eat vegetarian on full…
Hainanese chicken rice – Cơm gà Hải Nam
Recipe: Hainanese chicken rice – Cơm gà Hải NamBy Helen Le Published: February 3, 2018Prep: 30 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 2 hrs 30 minsYield: 4 ServingsHainanese chicken rice isn’t just popular in China, Singapore and Malaysia. We in Vietnam love it, too. My first encounter…
Tofu wrapped in betel leaf -Đậu phụ cuộn lá lốt
Recipe: Tofu wrapped in betel leaf -Đậu phụ cuộn lá lốtBy Helen Le Published: January 30, 2018Prep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 55 minsYield: 30-35 pcs (2-4 Servings)Tofu is definitely the main source of protein for Vietnamese vegetarians. Here in Vietnam, most people eat vegetarian…
Combo dessert soup- Chè thưng
Recipe: Combo dessert soup- Chè thưngBy Helen Le Published: January 10, 2018Prep: 40 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 1 hr 40 minsChe Thung is a popular Vietnamese sweet soup with coconut milk soup base and various kinds of beans, lotus seeds, and peanuts etc. There is…
Grilled pork sandwich -Bánh mì thịt nướng
Recipe: Grilled pork sandwich – Bánh mì thịt nướng By Helen Le Published: December 30, 2017Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 50 minsYield: 3-5 (3 Servings)”Banh mi thit nuong” which is Vietnamese sandwich with grilled pork, is the special version of “banh mi”. This is…
Toasted garlic chili peanuts- Đậu phộng cháy tỏi ớt
Toasted garlic chili peanuts- Đậu phộng cháy tỏi ớtBy Helen Le Published: December 16, 2017Prep: 10 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 20 minsYield: 6-8 ServingsToasted garlic chili peanuts is a new and trendy snack in VN, very addicting. It’s a great drinking food, or to serve…
About me

Since 2011, I've passionately shared my cooking videos on social media to help food lovers make mouthwatering authentic Vietnamese dishes at home. I've been featured in many prestigious magazines and TV shows, playing different roles like a character, guest, and even a cooking show host. I'm also a proud author of best-selling cookbooks that have made their way into kitchens all over the world. You can grab my cookbooks in English, Vietnamese, or Chinese from tons of online stores and bookshops worldwide. Let's cook up some tasty adventures together!
















