Sesame Balls – Bánh rán / Bánh cam
Sesame Balls – Bánh rán / Bánh camBy Helen Le Published: April 4, 2014Prep: 60 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 2 hrs 30 minsYield: 10-12 ballsThis is a Chinese influenced snack that is very popular in many Asian countries including Vietnam. In northern Vietnam, it’s called…
Vietnamese Crispy Dumplings (Bánh gối/ Bánh xếp /Bánh quai vạc)
Vietnamese Crispy Dumplings (Bánh gối/ Bánh xếp /Bánh quai vạc)By Helen Le Published: March 28, 2014Prep: 45 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 30 minsYield: 20-25This Bánh has many names in different parts of Vietnam: Bánh gối as it resembles a pillow, Bánh xếp as…
Combo Salad – Gỏi thập cẩm
Recipe: Combo Salad – Gỏi thập cẩmBy Helen Le Published: March 14, 2014Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 50 minsYield: 4 ServingsThis salad is a common appetizer for wedding or housewarming parties as it looks very pleasing to the eyes yet still very easy to…
Fresh Rice Noodle Rolls – Phở Cuốn
Fresh Rice Noodle Rolls – Phở CuốnBy Helen Le Published: March 7, 2014Prep: 30 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 2 hrs 30 minsYield: 10-15 rolls (4 Servings)Phở Cuốn originates from Hanoi. It’s one of the creative ways to serve Pho: in the form of fresh spring…
Jello Cake – Rau câu khuôn
Vietnamese Jello Cake – Rau câu khuônBy Helen Le Published: February 28, 2014Prep: 45 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 1 hr 30 minsYield: 6-8 ServingsThis jello cake used to be very popular in the 90s. Nowaways it has lost its popularity due to the Western dessert…
Korean Kimchi – Kim Chi Hàn Quốc
Korean Kimchi – Kim Chi Hàn QuốcBy Helen Le Published: February 25, 2014Prep: 1 hr 30 minsYield: 10 ServingsThis is the recipe I leaned in the Kimchi making class in Seoul, Korea.Cuisine: Korean InfluenceCourse Side DishSkill Level: ModeratePrint Ingredients1/4 napa cabbage 500g (1 lb) stem…
Vietnamese Kimchi – Kim Chi Việt Nam
Vietnamese Kimchi – Kim Chi Việt NamBy Helen Le Published: February 25, 2014Prep: 30 minsYield: 6-8 ServingsA localized and simplified version of Kim Chi by the Vietnamese. It’s very quick and easy to make, but still has the balance of basic tastes: sweet, sour, salty…
Vegetarian Mock duck with fermented tofu – Vịt nấu chao chay
Mock duck with fermented tofu – Vịt nấu chao chayBy Helen Le Published: February 14, 2014This is the vegetarian version of a popular poutry dish in Vietnam: Braised duck in fermented tofu (Vịt nấu chao). The recipe principle is the same as the original dish….
Three-color Sticky Rice – Xôi ba màu
Three-color Sticky Rice – Xôi ba màuBy Helen Le Published: February 7, 2014Prep: 45 minsCook: 1 hr 30 minsReady In: 3 hrs 15 minsYield: 2 (4-6 Servings) A super eye-catching and colorful dish that is made from only natural ingredients and no food colorings.Course VegetarianPrint…
Bánh Tét – Vietnamese Cylindrical Sticky Rice Cake
Bánh Tét – Vietnamese Cylindrical Sticky Rice CakeBy Helen Le Published: January 24, 2014Prep: 3 hrs 0 minCook: 10 hrs 0 minReady In: 13 hrs 0 minYield: 4-5 (10-15 Servings)Bánh tét is a must-have traditional food in Vietnamese Lunar New Year in Southern Vietnam. It…
Banh Chung – Vietnamese Square Sticky Rice Cake
Banh Chung – Vietnamese Square Sticky Rice Cake By Helen Le Published: January 19, 2014Prep: 3 hrs 0 minCook: 10 hrs 0 minReady In: 18 hrs 0 minYield: 5 (10-15 Servings)Bánh chưng is a traditional Vietnamese rice cake which is made from very simple and…
Broken Rice with Grilled Pork Chop and Meatloaf – Com Tam Suon Cha Trung
Broken Rice with Grilled Pork Chop and Meatloaf – Com Tam Suon Cha TrungBy Helen Le Published: January 14, 2014Com Tam is a beloved dish that holds a special place in Saigon cuisine. Known as “broken rice,” this dish is a staple in the vibrant…
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