Bánh da lợn – Steamed layer cake
Bánh da lợn – Steamed layer cakeBy Helen Le Published: August 28, 2012Prep: 30 minsCook: 40 minsReady In: 2 hrs 10 minsYield: 8 ServingsBanh Da Lon, literally Pig’s Skin Cake is a very beautiful dessert. It has a pleasant taste of mung bean, coconut and…
Bánh tằm – Silkworm Cake (Steamed cassava cake)
Bánh Tằm – Silkworm cakeBy Helen Le Published: June 26, 2012Prep: 10 minsCook: 25 minsReady In: 35 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsMade from grated cassava coated in coconut flakes , this sweet treat resembles silkworms, and hence the name.Cuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamCourse Traditional Cake (Bánh)Traditional Cake (Bánh)Traditional Cake (Bánh)Skill…
Bánh canh – Vietnamese Thick Noodle Soup
Bánh canh – Vietnamese Thick Noodle SoupBy Helen Le Published: June 3, 2012Prep: 30 minsCook: 1 hr 30 minsReady In: 2 hrs 0 minYield: 4-6 ServingsBánh canh is thick Vietnamese noodle that looks quite like Japanese udon which has the thickness of a chopstick, more…
Bánh cuốn – Steamed Rice Rolls
Banh cuon – Steamed rice rolls By Helen Le Published: April 23, 2012Prep: 45 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 2 hrs 45 minsYield: 4 ServingsPrint Ingredients For the filling: 300 g ground pork (0.7 lb)1/2 chopped spring onion to garnish (½ cup)30 g dried woodear mushrooms…
Honeycomb Cake – Banh Bo Nuong
Banh Bo Nuong – Honeycomb cakeBy Helen Le Published: April 2, 2012Prep: 30 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 1 hr 15 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsThis cake is loved for its chewy texture and pleasant aroma of pandan leaves. It tastes completely different from Western soft sponge cakes….
Chè hoa cau – Mung bean pudding
Che Hoa Cau Mung bean puddingBy Helen Le Published: March 4, 2012Prep: 60 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 30 minsYield: 1 (1 Servings)Cuisine: Northern VietnamCourse DessertSkill Level: EasyPrint Ingredients½ cup peeled mung beans (100g)¾ cup sugar (200g)½ cup tapioca starch (50g)2 pinches salt Vanilla/grapefruit…
Bánh Bò – Steamed rice cake
Bánh bò – Steamed Rice CakeBy Helen Le Published: May 8, 2011Prep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 2 hrs 10 minsYield: 20-25 (8-10 Servings)One of Vietnamese traditional steamed cakes known as Bánh bò, literally translated as “cow cake” is a popular dish in the central…
Clear Shrimp and Pork Dumplings – Banh Bot Loc Tran
Clear Shrimp and Pork Dumplings – Banh Bot Loc TranBy Helen Le Published: May 3, 2011Prep: 45 minsCook: 15 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 4 ServingsChewy and savoury.Course SnackPrint Ingredients *For the dough* 400 gr tapioca starch 14 oz250 ml boiling hot water 1 cup *…
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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!












