Salad

A classic Vietnamese salad featuring crunchy lotus stems, succulent shrimp, tender pork, and a vibrant, tangy dressing. This dish is a refreshing balance of textures and flavors, perfect as an appetizer or light meal.

Lotus stems · Shrimp · Pork belly · Carrots

A more intense and authentic regional variation of Bánh Tráng Trộn, featuring the pungent and savory flavor of fermented shrimp paste (mắm ruốc), a beloved ingredient in Central Vietnamese cuisine.

Dried rice paper sheets (Bánh tráng phơi sương) · Fermented shrimp paste (Mắm ruốc) · Dried shrimp · Fried shallots

A simplified version of the classic Bánh Tráng Trộn, perfect for a quick snack or light meal. It uses readily available ingredients and a faster preparation method.

Dried rice paper sheets · Imitation crab sticks (surimi) · Canned corn kernels · Scallions

A vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese street food salad made with shredded rice paper, mixed with a variety of savory and tangy toppings. This classic version offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes.

Dried rice paper sheets (Bánh tráng phơi sương) · Dried shrimp · Quail eggs · Fried shallots

A regional variation of Gỏi Gà Rau Răm from Central Vietnam, often featuring a slightly sweeter and spicier dressing, and sometimes incorporating additional herbs or textures like fried shallots.

Chicken thighs · Vietnamese coriander (rau răm) · Purple onion · Mint leaves

A simplified version of the classic Vietnamese chicken salad, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It retains the core flavors of rau răm and a tangy dressing but uses pre-cooked chicken for speed.

Cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover) · Vietnamese coriander (rau răm) · Red onion · Fish sauce

A refreshing and vibrant classic Vietnamese salad featuring shredded chicken, crisp vegetables, and the distinctive aroma of Vietnamese coriander (rau răm), all tossed in a tangy and savory dressing.

Chicken breast · Vietnamese coriander (rau răm) · Red onion · Cucumber

An elevated take on the classic Gỏi Gà Măng Cụt, this version incorporates succulent shrimp and the tartness of starfruit for a more complex flavor profile and textural contrast.

Chicken breast · Shrimp · Mangosteens · Starfruit

A simplified version of the classic Gỏi Gà Măng Cụt, this recipe uses pre-cooked chicken and focuses on quick assembly for a delicious and refreshing salad with the unique flavor of mangosteen.

Pre-cooked shredded chicken · Mangosteens · Cucumber · Red onion

A classic Vietnamese salad featuring tender shredded chicken and sweet, tangy mangosteen, tossed with fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and a vibrant dressing. This dish is a refreshing balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.

Chicken breast · Mangosteens · Red onion · Carrots

A delightful variation of the classic Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải, this version adds succulent shrimp for an extra layer of flavor and texture, making it a more substantial appetizer.

Chicken breast · Shrimp · Napa cabbage · Carrots

A simplified version of the classic Vietnamese chicken and cabbage salad, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or appetizer, using pre-cooked chicken for speed.

Pre-cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie) · Napa cabbage · Carrots · Red onion

A refreshing and vibrant classic Vietnamese salad featuring shredded chicken, crisp cabbage, and a tangy, savory dressing, often served as an appetizer or light meal.

Chicken breast · Napa cabbage · Carrots · Red onion

A flavorful variation of Bò Tái Chanh that incorporates aromatic lemongrass and a bit more heat from fresh chilies, offering a more complex and spicy profile.

Beef sirloin · Lime juice · Fish sauce · Sugar

A simplified version of Bò Tái Chanh, focusing on speed and fewer ingredients while retaining the core flavors of citrus-marinated beef and fresh herbs.

Beef sirloin · Lime juice · Fish sauce · Sugar

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring thinly sliced raw beef 'cooked' by a citrus marinade, tossed with fresh herbs, onions, and a tangy dressing. It's a refreshing and vibrant appetizer.

Beef sirloin or tenderloin · Lime juice · Fish sauce · Sugar

A creative twist on Phở Gà, this dish is a flavorful noodle salad where rice noodles are tossed with shredded chicken, fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a savory pho-inspired dressing, served without broth.

Chicken breast · Dried flat rice noodles (Banh Pho) · Fish sauce · Lime juice

A regional variation of Gỏi Dứa Tôm Nướng from Central Vietnam, this version often incorporates more herbs, a spicier dressing, and sometimes includes thinly sliced star fruit for added texture and tang.

Large shrimp, peeled and deveined · Fresh pineapple, cut into wedges · Star fruit, thinly sliced · Green papaya, shredded

A simplified version of the classic Gỏi Dứa Tôm Nướng, this recipe uses pre-cooked shrimp and skips the grilling step for a faster, yet still delicious, salad.

Pre-cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined · Fresh pineapple, cut into bite-sized pieces · Mixed greens or shredded lettuce · Bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced

A vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese salad featuring succulent grilled shrimp, sweet and tangy pineapple, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. This classic dish is perfect for a light meal or appetizer.

Shrimp, peeled and deveined · Fresh pineapple, cut into chunks · Cucumber, thinly sliced · Carrots, shredded