Salt and Pepper Shrimps – Tôm rang muối
Recipe: Salt and Pepper Shrimps – Tôm rang muốiBy Helen Le Published: May 8, 2016Cuisine: VietnamCourse Side DishPrint Ingredients300 g small shrimps trim off the tips of the head and tails1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp chili flakes 1/8 tsp sugar 2 tbsp…
Red Cabbage Salad – Gỏi bắp cải tím
Recipe: Red Cabbage Salad – Gỏi bắp cải tímBy Helen Le Published: March 18, 2016Prep: 15 minsCook: 5 minsReady In: 20 minsYield: 2 ServingsCourse AppetizerPrint Ingredients1/4 red cabbage cut into thin strips10 prawns 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp fish sauce 2 tbsp lime juice garlic…
Oxtail Stew with Beer – Đuôi bò hầm bia
Recipe: Oxtail Stew with Beer – Đuôi bò hầm biaBy Helen Le Published: October 31, 2015Prep: 30 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 50 minsYield: 4 ServingsCourse EntréePrint Ingredients700 g oxtail 3 slices ginger smashed1 tsp pepper 2 star anise 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp garlic minced2…
Lotus Rice – Cơm sen
Recipe: Lotus Rice – Cơm senBy Helen Le Published: September 7, 2015Prep: 15 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 1 hr 15 minsYield: 4 ServingsCuisine: Central VietnamCourse EntréePrint Ingredients200 g pork (7 oz) diced1/2 cup lotus seeds 1 cup mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, green peas) 3 cups…
Pomelo Salad – Gỏi bưởi
Recipe: Pomelo Salad – Gỏi bưởiBy Helen Le Published: July 12, 2015Prep: 30 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 1 hr 15 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsCuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamPrint Ingredients1 pomelo 1-1.5kg (2-3 lb)200 g shrimps (7 oz)200 g pork belly or chicken breast (7 oz)2 tbsp fish sauce 2…
Pumpkin Soup (Vegan) – Canh bí đỏ chay
Recipe: Pumpkin Soup (Vegan) – Canh bí đỏ chayBy Helen Le Published: June 22, 2015Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 4 ServingsCourse SoupPrint Ingredients100 g straw mushrooms soaked in salted water500 g pumpkin cut into large cubes70 g raw peanuts 1 tbsp the…
Chocolate Cake – Bánh sô cô la
Recipe: Chocolate Cake – Bánh sô cô laBy Helen Le Published: June 21, 2015Prep: 30 minsCook: 60 minsReady In: 2 hrs 30 minsYield: 8 ServingsCuisine: Western influenceCourse DessertPrint Ingredients250 g butter 90 g cacao powder 300 g sugar 225 g all-purpose flour 185 ml milk…
Prawns over Coconut – Tôm hấp trái dừa
Recipe: Prawns over Coconut – Tôm hấp trái dừaBy Helen Le Published: March 29, 2015Prep: 10 minsCook: 5 minsReady In: 15 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsCuisine: SeafoodCourse AppetizerAppetizerSkill Level: EasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyEasyPrint Ingredients1 young coconut cut off the dom12 large prawns 1 tsp stock powder ½ tsp salt ½…
Three color dessert – Chè ba màu
Recipe: Three color dessert – Chè ba màuBy Helen Le Published: March 8, 2015Prep: 15 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 1 hr 45 minsYield: 6-8 ServingsNOTES – If you use other kinds of jelly powder, please follow the package instruction instead – Please adjust the sugar…
Vietnamese Vegetable Soup – Canh cải
Recipe: Vietnamese Vegetable Soup – Canh cảiBy Helen Le Published: February 28, 2015Prep: 15 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 40 minsYield: 3-4 ServingsA simple soup that is most often seen as part of a Vietnamese daily meal.Course SoupPrint Ingredients200 g beef (7 oz) thinly sliced against…
Cured Meat in Fish Sauce – Thịt Ngâm Nước Mắm
Recipe: Cured Meat in Fish Sauce – Thịt Ngâm Nước MắmBy Helen Le Published: February 8, 2015Prep: 15 minsCook: 45 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 5 ServingsThis is the dish I make every Tet, no matter whether I am in Vietnam or overseas. Cuisine: Central VietnamCourse…
Vegan Oyster Mushrooms Stir-fry with Turmeric – Nấm xào nghệ
Recipe: Vegan Oyster Mushrooms Stir-fry with Turmeric – Nấm xào nghệBy Helen Le Published: December 21, 2014Prep: 15 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 25 minsYield: 4 ServingsCourse VegetarianPrint Ingredients200 g mushroom rinse wit salted water3 finger-sized pieces turmeric scrape off dust and rinse2-3 seitan (wheat gluten)…
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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!
















