Grilled Pork Skewer – Thịt xiên nướng
Grilled Pork Skewer – Thịt xiên nướngBy Helen Le Published: August 11, 2014Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 2 hrs 0 minYield: 4-6 ServingsSkill Level: ModeratePrint Ingredients500 g pork shoulder or neck, cut thinly500 g vegetables of your choice okra, bell pepper, egg plant, onion…
Vietnamese Omelette – Trứng chiên
Vietnamese Omelette – Trứng chiênBy Helen Le Published: August 4, 2014Prep: 10 minsCook: 5 minsReady In: 15 minsYield: 2 ServingsCourse Side DishPrint Ingredients2 small tomatoes diced4 eggs 2-3 tsp fish sauce sugar, chicken stock, pepper 1 spring onion white part shredded, green part chopped InstructionsCrack…
Steamed Fish – Cá hấp
Steamed Fish – Cá hấpBy Helen Le Published: July 23, 2014Prep: 30 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 50 minsYield: 2 Servings10g = 0.35 ozCourse EntréePrint Ingredients1 whole fish grouper/pomfret/ tilapia/cod fish 500g10 g dried woodear mushrooms soaked 10 mins in hot water and cut into thin…
Lẩu Nấm – Mushroom Hot Pot
Lẩu Nấm – Mushroom Hot PotBy Helen Le Published: July 13, 2014Prep: 15 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 45 minsYield: 3-4 ServingsFor vegetarian version, use seeweed or kelp (kombu) instead of chicken and soy sauce instead of fish sauce.Course EntréeSkill Level: EasyEasyEasyEasyEasyPrint Ingredients500 g daikon radish…
Bò Tái Chanh – Rare beef in lime juice salad
Bò Tái Chanh – Rare beef in lime juice saladBy Helen Le Published: June 20, 2014Prep: 15 minsCook: 1 minReady In: 31 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsThe concept of this dish is quite similar to an Italian dish called carpaccio in which thin slices of beef are…
Bắp xào – Stir-fried Corn
Bắp xào – Stir-fried CornBy Helen Le Published: June 9, 2014Prep: 10 minsCook: 5 minsReady In: 15 minsYield: 2 ServingsA popular street food snack in VietnamCuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamCourse SnackPrint Ingredients2 cups corn 3-5 stalks spring onion white part shredded, green part chopped3 tbsp dried shimps soaked…
Fried Banana – Chuối chiên / Bánh chuối chiên
Fried Banana – Chuối chiên / Bánh chuối chiênBy Helen Le Published: May 30, 2014Prep: 15 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 15 (6-8 Servings)The crunchiness of the outside fritter complements perfectly the sweet and soft banana inside.Course DessertPrint Ingredients *For the batter* 1 cup…
Phở Chay – Vegetarian PHO
Phở Chay – Vegetarian PHOBy Helen Le Published: May 2, 2014Prep: 20 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 1 hr 20 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsIf you are a vegetarian wishing to have a taste of Vietnamese cuisine, you’ve got to learn one word: CHAY. It means “vegetarian” in…
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…
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…
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….
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!
















