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…
Vietnamese Kimchi – Kim Chi Việt Nam
Vietnamese Kimchi – Kim Chi Việt NamBy Helen Le Published: February 25, 2014Prep: 30 minsYield: 6-8 ServingsA localized and simplified version of Kim Chi by the Vietnamese. It’s very quick and easy to make, but still has the balance of basic tastes: sweet, sour, salty…
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….
Pandan Rice Cake – Banh Duc La Dua
Pandan Rice Cake – Banh Duc La Dua By Helen Le Published: December 19, 2013Prep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 40 minsYield: 8-10 ServingsThis jelly-like soft rice cake with pleasant pandan aroma orginates from South Western Vietnam. It is served with coconut sauce and some…
Banh Cay – Spicy Cassava Fritter Recipe
Banh Cay – Spicy Cassava Fritter RecipeBy Helen Le Published: December 6, 2013Prep: 10 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 30 minsYield: 30 pcs (6-8 Servings)A perfect finger food to bring to parties or just to snack on during cold or rainy days.Course SnackPrint Ingredients450 g grated…
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…
Thick Noodle Soup with Pork Hock – Banh Canh Gio Heo
Thick Noodle Soup with Pork Hock – Banh Canh Gio Heo By Helen Le Published: November 18, 2013Prep: 15 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsBanh Canh is another version of Vietnamese Noodle Soup. The broth is thicker than other kinds. The noodles are…
Purple mooncake – Bánh trung thu tím
Bánh trung thu tím – Purple mooncake recipeBy Helen Le Published: October 9, 2013Prep: 15 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 35 minsYield: 4 ServingsA romantic non-conventional mooncake for Mid-Autumn Festival. It’s healthy, not too sweet and beautiful.Cuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamCourse Traditional Cake (Bánh)Print Ingredients For the purple skin…
Vietnamese pickled bean sprouts – Dưa giá
Dưa giá – Vietnamese pickled bean sprouts recipe By Helen Le Published: October 3, 2013Prep: 20 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsThis light and colorful pickle is great to serve with and meat and fish dishes. In Vietnam, it is mostly seen as a companion of roasted pork.Course…
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 AppetizerPrint Ingredients400 g baby clams (16…
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…
Che chuoi – Banana with coconut milk and tapioca pearls dessert
Che chuoi – Banana with coconut milk and tapioca pearls dessertBy Helen Le Published: August 14, 2013Prep: 5 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 35 minsYield: 4 ServingsWhen time is short but you’re craving something sweet and satisfying, this easy banana and tapioca dessert comes to the…
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!
















