Beef Jerky Cubes – Bò rim
Recipe: Beef Jerky Cubes – Bò rimBy Helen Le Published: January 8, 2016Prep: 30 minsCook: 40 minsReady In: 25 hrs 10 minsYield: 4 ServingsPrint Ingredients1 kg beef shank cut into 1-inch slices2-3 stalks lemongrass cut into 3-in length, shred into thin strips3 cm ginger smashed1…
Butter Quail – Cút chiên bơ
Recipe: Butter Quail – Cút chiên bơBy Helen Le Published: May 6, 2015Prep: 30 minsCook: 25 minsReady In: 1 hr 55 minsYield: 6 (4-6 Servings)When I was walking down the street of Saigon, I suddenly reckon an amazing smell in the air that is both…
Char Siu – Thịt xá xíu
Recipe: Char Siu – Thịt xá xíuBy Helen Le Published: April 20, 2015Prep: 15 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 3 hrs 45 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsThis is an influence from a Chinese dish called Char Siew. It’s very popular in Vietnam as well as other Asian countries.Cuisine:…
Roasted Duck Noodle Soup – Mì vịt
Recipe: Roasted Duck Noodle Soup – Mì vịtBy Helen Le Published: December 20, 2014Prep: 30 minsCook: 1 hr 10 minsReady In: 2 hrs 40 minsYield: 2 (2 Servings)Cuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamCourse NoodlePrint Ingredients2 duck legs (600g)2 pcs ginger thumb-sized cooking wine (rice wine/ vodka) salt, sugar, chicken…
Intestine Stew – Phá Lấu
Recipe: Intestine Stew – Phá LấuBy Helen Le Published: December 13, 2014Prep: 30 minsCook: 1 hr 30 minsReady In: 3 hrs 0 minYield: 10 ServingsCuisine: Southern VietnamSkill Level: AdvancedPrint Ingredients1 kg beef tripe (2.2 lb)500 g pig’s tongue (1.1 lb)500 g beef liver 3 pcs…
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…
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: EasyPrint Ingredients500 g green papaya 100 g…
Bánh tráng trộn – Rice Paper Salad
Rice Paper Salad Recipe – Banh Trang TronBy Helen Le Published: March 12, 2013Prep: 30 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 1 hr 15 minsYield: 4 ServingsCuisine: Southern VietnamPrint Ingredients250 g beef liver cut into 1-inch cubes (0.55 lb)1 tsp garlic , minced1 tbsp shallot , minced…
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…
Vietnamese beef jerky – Thịt bò khô
Vietnamese beef jerkyBy Helen Le Published: March 17, 2012Prep: 20 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 6 hrs 50 minsYield: 4 ServingsTips: It is important that you identify the grain of the beef. We need to cut with and along the grain. Try to slice the beef…
Thit heo quay – Crispy roast pork belly
Crispy roast pork belly – Thit heo quayBy Helen Le Published: November 26, 2011Prep: 20 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 4 hrs 20 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsThis is the simplest roasted pork recipe that you can find. But it turns out amazing. Course EntréePrint Ingredients1 kg pork…
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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!














