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: VietnamCourse Traditional Cake (Bánh)Print Ingredients For the purple skin…
Iceskin Mooncake – Bánh trung thu (Bánh dẻo)
Iceskin Mooncake – Bánh trung thu (Bánh dẻo)By Helen Le Published: October 9, 2013Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 60 minsYield: 4 (8 Servings)Snow skin Mooncake (Ice skin Mooncake) for Mid-Autumn FestivalCuisine: VietnamVietnamVietnamVietnamCourse Traditional Cake (Bánh)Print Ingredients For the filling 1/2 cup peeled split mung…
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: EasyPrint 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…
Bulgogi Spring Rolls – Goi Cuon Bo Han Quoc
Bulgogi Spring Rolls – Goi Cuon Bo Han QuocBy Helen Le Published: September 13, 2013Prep: 15 minsCook: 10 minsReady In: 55 minsYield: 4 ServingsThis is my own creation of a Vietnamese-Korean Fusion dish. It’s fresh, light and appetizing. Cuisine: Korean InfluenceCourse AppetizerPrint Ingredients500 g beef…
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…
Phở Gà – Chicken Noodle Soup
Phở Gà – Chicken Noodle SoupBy Helen Le Published: April 27, 2013Prep: 10 minsCook: 1 hr 10 minsReady In: 1 hr 20 minsIt is common to see many home cooks use both beef and chicken in the same pot of Pho. However, to the belief…
Cha Ca La Vong – Hanoi Tumeric Fish with Dill
Cha ca la vong – Hanoi Tumeric Fish with DillBy Helen Le Published: April 25, 2013Prep: 30 minsCook: 5-7 minsReady In: 1 hr 35 minsYield: 2-3 ServingsThis legendary iconic dish of Hanoi is listed by a few books and TV Programs to be one of…
Thạch rau câu – Rainbow Jelly
Rainbow Jelly – Thach rau CauBy Helen Le Published: April 21, 2013Prep: 30 minsCook: 30 minsReady In: 2 hrs 0 minYield: 6-8 ServingsThis multi-layer jelly is fun to eat and also fun to make. Each layer has its own color and flavor.Course DessertPrint Ingredients For…
Bánh kẹp lá dứa – Coconut Pandan Waffles
Banh kep la dua – Coconut pandan waffle By Helen Le Published: April 19, 2013Prep: 15 minsCook: 15 minsReady In: 30 minsYield: 3 wafflesNote: If you obmit the coconut flakes, you only need to use 1 cup coconut milk. This recipe makes 3 waffles with…
Gà Rô-ti – Roasted Chicken
Gà Rô-ti – Roasted ChickenBy Helen Le Published: March 24, 2013Prep: 10 minsCook: 40 minsReady In: 1 hr 20 minsYield: 1 (1 Servings)A very easy yet tasty chicken recipe that everyone can make. Course SnackSkill Level: BeginnerPrint Ingredients2 chicken thighs 500g1 tsp five-spice 1 ms…
Bánh chuối hấp – Steamed Banana Cake
Bánh chuối hấp – Steamed Banana Cake By Helen Le Published: March 23, 2013Prep: 20 minsCook: 20 minsReady In: 2 hrs 40 minsYield: 4-6 ServingsCuisine: Southern VietnamCourse DessertPrint Ingredients7-9 Asian dwarf bananas (or 6 Western bananas) peeled and sliced3-4 tbsp sugar 1.5 cup tapioca starch…
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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!
















