Salt and Pepper Shrimps – Tôm rang muối
Recipe: Salt and Pepper Shrimps – Tôm rang muốiBy Helen Le Published: May 8, 2016Cuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamCourse Side DishSide DishSide DishSide DishSide DishSide DishSide DishSide DishSide DishPrint Ingredients300 g small shrimps trim off the tips of the head and tails1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2…
Chili Jam – Tương ớt sa tế
Recipe: Chili Jam – Tương ớt sa tếBy admin Published: January 4, 2016Prep: 20 minsCook: 40 minsReady In: 60 minsCuisine: Central VietnamSkill Level: ModeratePrint Ingredients300 g red chili pepper 10.5 oz200 g tomato 7 oz1 head garlic peeled 4 shallots thinly sliced1/4 cup roasted sesame…
Grilled Eggplant – Cà tím nướng mỡ hành
Recipe: Grilled Eggplant – Cà tím nướng mỡ hànhBy Helen Le Published: May 25, 2015Prep: 5 minsCook: 15 minsReady In: 20 minsCuisine: VietnamSkill Level: BeginnerPrint Ingredients3 eggplants 2 cloves garlic 2 chilis 2.5 tbsp sugar 3 tbsp fish sauce 1 bunch green onion chopped3 tbsp…
Cured Meat in Fish Sauce – Thịt Ngâm Nước Mắm
Recipe: Cured Meat in Fish Sauce – Thịt Ngâm Nước MắmBy Helen Le Published: February 8, 2015Prep: 15 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 5 ServingsThis is the dish I make every Tet, no matter whether I am in Vietnam or overseas. Cuisine: Central VietnamPrint…
Vietnamese Omelette – Trứng chiên
Vietnamese Omelette – Trứng chiênBy Helen Le Published: August 4, 2014Prep: 10 minsCook: 5 minsReady In: 15 minsYield: 2 ServingsPrint Ingredients2 small tomatoes diced4 eggs 2-3 tsp fish sauce sugar, chicken stock, pepper 1 spring onion white part shredded, green part chopped InstructionsCrack four eggs…
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 InfluenceSkill Level: ModeratePrint Ingredients1/4 napa cabbage 500g (1 lb) stem attached kosher…
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…
Vegetable Dip with Caramelized Fish Sauce – Mắm kho quẹt
Vegetable Dip with Caramelized Fish Sauce – Mắm kho quẹt By Helen Le Published: December 5, 2013Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 50 minsYield: 4 ServingsA very simple, easy and inexpensive dish but could bring back tons of memories for those who have lived through…
Dưa chưa/Đồ chua – Vietnamese Pickled Vegetables
Dưa chua – Vietnamese Pickled Vegetables By Helen Le Published: January 13, 2013Prep: 30 minsYield: 10 ServingsThis colorful, crunchy, sweet and sour pickle goes perfect with any meat or sausage dishes. Course Side DishPrint Ingredients2 small carrots carved and sliced into 1/2 inch (1cm) thick…
How to make pâté – Cách làm patê
PateBy Helen Le Published: February 28, 2012Prep: 60 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 30 minsYield: 1 (1 Servings)This version of pâté is soft and spreadable. It is a crucial component of Vietnamese Sandwich. Cuisine: FrenchSkill Level: EasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyPrint Ingredients150 g pork liver (5.3 oz), roughly…
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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!














