Thạch rau câu – Rainbow Jelly
Rainbow Jelly – Thach rau CauBy Helen Le Published: April 21, 2013Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 2 hrs 0 minYield: 6-8 ServingsThis multi-layer jelly is fun to eat and also fun to make. Each layer has its own color and flavor.Print Ingredients For each…
Gỏi đu đủ bò khô – Green Papaya Salad with Beef Jerky
Green Papaya Salad with Beef Jerky By Helen Le Published: April 17, 2013Prep: 60 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 2 hrs 45 minsYield: 1 ( 1 Servings)This popular street snack is loved by many Vietnamese students. Course SnackSkill Level: EasyEasyEasyPrint Ingredients500 g green papaya 100 g…
Gà Rô-ti – Roasted Chicken
Gà Rô-ti – Roasted ChickenBy Helen Le Published: March 24, 2013Prep: 10 minsCook: 40 minsReady In: 1 hr 20 minsYield: 1 (1 Servings)A very easy yet tasty chicken recipe that everyone can make. Course SnackSkill Level: BeginnerPrint Ingredients2 chicken thighs 500g1 tsp five-spice 1 ms…
Rau câu trái dừa – Coconut Jelly
Coconut jelly – Rau cau trai duaBy Helen Le Published: March 11, 2013Yield: 1 (1 Servings)Course DessertDessertDessertDessertPrint Ingredients2 young coconuts 1 tsp agar-agar powder (or Konnyaku/ Gelatin)3 tbsp coconut milk/cream 1 tbsp sugar (optional) InstructionsUse a sharp and heavy cleaver to cut a large hole…
Gà kho gừng – Ginger chicken
Gà kho gừng – Ginger ChickenBy Helen Le Published: February 26, 2013A very simple and easy dish to serve in a daily Vietnamese meal with hot steamed rice.Course EntréePrint Ingredients1 kg chicken (bone-in, skin-on thigh & drumstick chopped into bite size pieces1 piece ginger (double…
Nước cốt dừa – Coconut dip for desserts
Nước cốt dừa – Coconut dip/topping By Helen Le Published: January 14, 2013Print Ingredients1 cup coconut milk 1 cup water 2-3 tbsp sugar a pinch of salt 2 pandan leaf tied into a knot (or vanilla, optional)1 tbsp tapioca starch or corn starch InstructionsIn a…
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 DishSkill Level: EasyPrint Ingredients2 small carrots carved and sliced into 1/2 inch…
Recipe #60 Mứt dẻo – Vietnamese Fruit Jam
Mứt dẻo – Vietnamese Fruit JamBy Helen Le Published: December 31, 2012Cuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamCourse DessertPrint Ingredients1 kg pineapple peeled, eyes and core removed, and sliced500 g sugar 1/2 cup ginger julienned1/4 cup mandarin skin julienned2 tbsp lime juice InstructionsBlanch julienned ginger and mandarin skin for 30…
Bò nhúng dấm – Beef in Vinegar Hotpot
Bò nhúng dấm – Beef in Vinegar HotpotBy Helen Le Published: December 21, 2012Yield: 4 – 6 ServingsThis dish can be served as either appetizer or entrée. It’s light to prepare and brings great joy to gathering parties. Course EntréePrint Ingredients1 kg beef (eye of…
Chè trôi nước – Glutinous Rice Balls in Ginger Syrup
Chè trôi nước – Glutinous Rice Balls By Helen Le Published: December 3, 2012Prep: 40 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 2 hrs 10 minsYield: 22 balls (golf ball size) (6-8 Servings)TIP: *If you want firmer dumplings, mix 350g glutinous rice flour with 50g rice flourSkill Level:…
Bò lá lốt – Grilled beef wrapped in betel leaf
Bò lá lốt – Grilled beef wrapped in betel leafBy Helen Le Published: November 27, 2012Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 30 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsCourse AppetizerSkill Level: ModeratePrint Ingredients500 g beef minced/sliced100 g pork minced speck1 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp…
Bún đậu mắm tôm – Fermented shrimp paste with fried tofu and rice vermicelli
Bún đậu mắm tôm – Fermented shrimp paste with fried tofu and rice vermicelli By Helen Le Published: November 19, 2012Print Ingredients400 g block fresh firm tofu cubed (2×2 inch) and drained3 tbsp fermented shrimp paste 2 tbsp sugar 1 lime/kumquat fresh red chili pepper…
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