Noodle Soup

A variation of Mì Vịt Tiềm with a stronger emphasis on Chinese braising techniques and ingredients, resulting in a deeply savory and complex broth, often served with thicker noodles.

Whole duck · Thick wheat noodles · Star anise · Cinnamon stick

A simplified version of the classic Mì Vịt Tiềm, using pre-made duck stock and quicker braising techniques to achieve a flavorful dish in less time.

Duck breast · Egg noodles · Pre-made duck stock · Five-spice powder

A classic Vietnamese noodle soup featuring tender, slow-braised duck in a rich, aromatic broth infused with Chinese five-spice and herbs. Served with egg noodles and fresh garnishes.

Duck legs · Egg noodles · Star anise · Cinnamon stick

A classic and deeply flavorful Vietnamese noodle soup from My Tho, featuring a rich pork and dried seafood broth, tender pork slices, shrimp, squid, and a medley of fresh herbs and vegetables. This authentic version captures the traditional taste profile.

Pork bones · Dried shrimp · Dried squid · Pork loin

An elevated version of Bún Quậy, incorporating a richer seafood broth and a variety of fresh seafood pastes for a more luxurious and complex flavor profile.

Rice vermicelli noodles (bún tươi) · Fresh shrimp paste (chả tôm) · Squid paste (chả mực) · Crab paste (chả cua)

A simplified take on the Phú Quốc classic, using pre-made fish cakes and a quicker broth base for a faster, yet still flavorful, noodle soup experience.

Rice vermicelli noodles (bún tươi) · Pre-made fish cakes (chả cá viên) · Chicken or vegetable broth (low sodium) · Fish sauce

A classic Phú Quốc noodle soup where diners 'quậy' (stir) their own fresh shrimp and fish paste into a clear, savory broth. It's a unique and interactive dining experience.

Rice vermicelli noodles (bún tươi) · Shrimp paste (chả tôm) · Fish paste (chả cá) · Pork bones or chicken carcass

A creative twist on Bún Kèn Phú Quốc, incorporating smoky grilled fish for an added layer of flavor and texture to the traditional turmeric-coconut broth. This variation offers a more intense, grilled aroma.

Firm white fish fillets (e.g., sea bass, cod) · Coconut milk · Turmeric powder · Lemongrass

A quicker, simplified version of Bún Kèn Phú Quốc, focusing on the core flavors of turmeric and fish in a lighter broth, suitable for a weeknight meal. Uses pre-ground spices for convenience.

White fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia) · Coconut milk (canned) · Turmeric powder · Ginger

A classic and authentic Bún Kèn Phú Quốc, featuring a rich, savory fish-based broth infused with turmeric and coconut milk, served over rice vermicelli noodles with a variety of fresh herbs and vegetables. This dish is a specialty of Phú Quốc island.

White fish fillets (e.g., mackerel, snapper) · Coconut milk · Turmeric powder · Lemongrass

A creative twist on Bánh Canh Nam Phổ, replacing the traditional crab cake with a medley of fresh seafood like squid and fish balls, offering a lighter, oceanic flavor profile while maintaining the signature chewy noodles and savory broth.

Pork ribs · Squid, cleaned and sliced · Fish balls · Tapioca starch

A classic and comforting Vietnamese noodle soup from the Nam Phổ region, featuring thick, chewy tapioca noodles in a rich, savory pork and shrimp broth, topped with tender pork ribs, shrimp, and a flavorful crab cake.

Pork ribs · Shrimp · Ground pork · Tapioca starch

A simplified version of Mì Quảng Gà, focusing on speed and ease without compromising the signature turmeric flavor. Uses pre-cooked chicken and fewer complex garnishes for a weeknight-friendly meal.

Pre-cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie) · Mì Quảng noodles · Turmeric powder · Chicken broth

A classic and vibrant Mì Quảng dish from Quảng Nam province, featuring wide rice noodles in a rich, savory turmeric-infused broth with tender chicken, shrimp, and a medley of fresh herbs and crunchy accompaniments.

Chicken thighs · Shrimp · Mì Quảng noodles · Turmeric powder

A regional variation of Lẩu riêu cua, this Saigon-style version often incorporates more sourness from tomatoes and tamarind, and may include additional ingredients like pork knuckle or shrimp paste balls for added depth.

Fresh water crabs · Beef shank · Pork knuckle (optional) · Tomatoes

A classic and deeply flavorful Vietnamese crab noodle soup, featuring a rich broth made from crab paste, tomatoes, and tamarind, served with tender slices of beef shank, rice noodles, and fresh herbs.

Fresh water crabs · Beef shank · Tomatoes · Tamarind paste

A comforting variation of Hanoi Phở Bò featuring tender, slow-braised beef brisket that has absorbed the rich flavors of the aromatic broth, served with rice noodles.

Beef bones (marrow and knuckle) · Beef brisket · Onions · Ginger

A variation of Hanoi Phở Bò focusing on the delicate texture of thinly sliced rare beef, cooked to perfection by the hot broth, served in a fragrant and clear beef broth.

Beef bones (marrow and knuckle) · Beef sirloin or eye of round (very fresh) · Onions · Ginger

The quintessential Hanoi-style beef noodle soup, featuring a clear, aromatic broth simmered with beef bones, charred aromatics, and spices, served with tender beef slices and rice noodles.

Beef bones (marrow and knuckle) · Beef brisket or flank steak · Onions · Ginger