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…
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…
Stuffed Bitter Melon Soup – Canh Kho Qua Nhoi Thit
Stuffed Bitter Melon Soup – Canh Kho Qua Nhoi ThitBy Helen Le Published: November 1, 2013Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 20 minsYield: 6 ServingsA typical Vietnamese soup for year-end offerings or gathering partiesCuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamCourse SoupPrint Ingredients1 kg bitter melon cut into 3-inch…
Caramelized Shrimps and Pork (TOM THIT RIM)
Caramelized Shrimps and Pork (TOM THIT RIM)By Helen Le Published: October 12, 2013Prep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 55 minsYield: 6-8 ServingsThis is a very simple yet super delicious dish to serve with hot steamed rice. It’s one of the typical dishes that you can…
Baby Clams with Rice Cracker – Hen Xuc Banh Trang
Baby Clams with Rice Cracker – Hen Xuc Banh TrangBy Helen Le Published: September 20, 2013Prep: 10 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 20 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsThis is a fun and appetizing snack that goes perfect with beer. Cuisine: Central VietnamCourse AppetizerSkill Level: EasyEasyPrint Ingredients400 g baby…
Tom Yum Hot Pot – Lau Thai
Tom Yum Hot Pot – Lau ThaiBy Helen Le Published: September 20, 2013Prep: 30 minsCook: 15 minsReady In: 45 minsYield: 8-10 ServingsThis is one of the best solutions to prepare for a large group party (up to 20 persons). It’s quick and easy to put…
Red bean porridge with beef – Chao dau do
Red bean porridge with beef – Chao dau do By Helen Le Published: August 28, 2013Prep: 15 minsCook: 35 minsReady In: 5 hrs 50 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsA very nutritious kind of rice porridge. Best to kill a cold.Cuisine: Central VietnamPrint Ingredients500 g beef shank, 1-inch…
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.Cuisine: VietnamCourse EntréeEntréeEntréeEntréeEntréeEntréeSkill Level: ModeratePrint Ingredients1 kg chicken (bone-in, skin-on thigh & drumstick chopped into bite size pieces1…
Fried chicken wings in fish sauce – Cánh gà chiên mắm
Cánh gà chiên mắm – Fried chicken wings in fish sauce By Helen Le Published: January 24, 2013Print Ingredients10 chicken wings 2 tbsp tapioca/corn starch 3 hot chili peppers 1 large clove garlic 3 tbsp sugar 3 tbsp fish sauce 3 tbsp water 1 tbsp…
Bánh giò – Vietnamese rice pyramid dumplings
Bánh giò – Vietnamese rice pyramid dumplings By Helen Le Published: October 28, 2012Prep: 60 minsCook: 40 minsReady In: 2 hrs 40 minsYield: 14 pieces (6-8 Servings)A very common breakfast in Northern VietnamCuisine: Northern VietnamCourse BreakfastSkill Level: AdvancedPrint Ingredients50 g woodear mushroom chopped500 g pork…
Gà xào sả ớt – Lemongrass chili chicken
Gà xào sả ớt – Lemongrass chili chicken By Helen Le Published: October 23, 2012Prep: 15 minsCook: 15 minsReady In: 1 hr 30 minsThis dish can be served with hot steamed rice or as a drinking food.Print Ingredients500 g chicken cut into bite-sized pieces2 tbsp…
Sườn ram mặn – Caramelized pork spare ribs
Suon ram man – Caramelized pork spare ribsBy Helen Le Published: August 18, 2012Prep: 15 minsCook: 55 minsReady In: 1 hr 25 minsCurrently, you can order Helen’s cookbook on amazon or you can order items that Helen often uses in the kitchen. Skill Level: ModerateModerateModerateModerateModeratePrint…
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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!
















