Pork

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring tender pork marinated in a sweet and savory honey-based sauce, then grilled to perfection. The marinade typically includes fish sauce, garlic, and shallots, creating a caramelized exterior and juicy interior.

Pork belly · Honey · Fish sauce · Garlic

A flavorful variation where the marinated pork is wrapped in fragrant betel leaves (lá lốt) and then grilled, imparting a unique aroma and herbaceous note to the tender, tangy pork.

Pork shoulder, finely ground or minced · Galangal, finely minced · Fermented rice (mẻ) · Lemongrass, finely minced

A simplified version of the classic grilled pork, this recipe uses pre-minced galangal and a slightly adjusted marinade for a faster preparation time without sacrificing too much authentic flavor.

Pork shoulder or belly · Pre-minced galangal · Fermented rice (mẻ) · Lemongrass paste

A classic Vietnamese grilled pork dish marinated in a fragrant blend of galangal, fermented rice, lemongrass, and fish sauce, resulting in tender, flavorful, and slightly tangy pork with a beautiful char.

Pork belly · Galangal · Fermented rice (mẻ) · Lemongrass

A delightful way to enjoy crispy pork belly by wrapping it in rice paper with fresh herbs and vegetables, served with a savory dipping sauce.

Pork belly · Salt · Five-spice powder · Baking soda

A faster, simplified version of crispy pork belly, achieving a good crunch with fewer steps and ingredients, suitable for a weeknight meal.

Pork belly · Salt · Five-spice powder · Baking soda

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring incredibly crispy pork belly with a tender, juicy interior. The skin is rendered to a perfect crunch, seasoned with aromatic spices.

Pork belly · Five-spice powder · Salt · Sugar

A flavorful variation that elevates the classic dish by incorporating deeply caramelized onions for sweetness and texture, and topping it with crispy fried shallots for an aromatic crunch. This twist adds layers of flavor and complexity.

Pork belly · Mắm tép (fermented freshwater shrimp paste) · Large onions · Shallots

A simplified and quicker version of the classic, perfect for weeknights. This recipe uses pre-sliced pork and a slightly adjusted mắm tép ratio for faster cooking while retaining the signature savory and pungent flavors.

Pork shoulder, thinly sliced · Mắm tép (fermented freshwater shrimp paste) · Garlic, minced · Sugar

A quintessential Vietnamese comfort dish featuring tender pork belly caramelized with the pungent, savory flavor of mắm tép (fermented freshwater shrimp paste). This classic version emphasizes the rich umami of the shrimp paste and the sweetness of the pork.

Pork belly · Mắm tép (fermented freshwater shrimp paste) · Shallots · Garlic

A fragrant twist on the classic caramelized pork belly, incorporating the bright, citrusy aroma of lemongrass for a refreshing regional variation.

Pork belly · Fish sauce · Sugar · Shallots

A simplified and faster version of the classic Vietnamese caramelized pork belly, perfect for weeknight meals. It retains the core flavors but uses fewer steps.

Pork belly · Fish sauce · Sugar · Garlic

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring tender pork belly caramelized to a savory-sweet perfection with a slightly crispy edge. This is the quintessential version, rich in flavor and aroma.

Pork belly · Fish sauce · Sugar · Shallots

A delightful variation of Thịt Kho Tàu, replacing chicken eggs with smaller, more delicate quail eggs, offering a slightly different texture and visual appeal.

Pork belly · Quail eggs · Coconut water · Fish sauce

A faster version of the classic Vietnamese braised pork, using pre-cooked eggs and a simplified caramelization process for weeknight convenience.

Pork shoulder · Pre-cooked hard-boiled eggs · Fish sauce · Brown sugar

A classic Vietnamese comfort dish featuring tender pork belly and hard-boiled eggs braised in a savory, slightly sweet, and deeply caramelized sauce, often served with rice.

Pork belly · Coconut water · Fish sauce · Rock sugar

A flavorful variation of the classic pumpkin soup, this version uses tender young pork ribs (sườn non) and incorporates fresh ginger for a subtle warming spice that complements the sweetness of the pumpkin and the richness of the pork.

Young pork ribs (Sườn non) · Pumpkin (Bí đỏ) · Fresh ginger · Fish sauce

A richer variation of Cá Bống Kho Tiêu, this version incorporates fatty pork belly, which renders its fat during the braising process, adding a deeper flavor and succulent texture to the fish and sauce. This is a common adaptation in some Southern Vietnamese regions.

Goby fish · Pork belly · Fish sauce · Sugar

A richer, more decadent version of Cơm Rang Kim Chi, featuring the irresistible crunch and savory depth of pan-fried crispy pork belly alongside the spicy kimchi rice.

Cooked rice (preferably day-old) · Pork belly · Kimchi · Kimchi juice

An elevated version of Cơm Rang Trứng, this recipe incorporates savory Vietnamese sausage (lap cheong) and plump shrimp for a richer, more complex flavor profile.

Cooked rice (day-old) · Eggs · Vietnamese sausage (lap cheong) · Shrimp