Stir-fry

A simplified and faster version of the classic, perfect for weeknight meals. Uses pre-cut vegetables and a ready-made sweet and sour sauce base for convenience, while still delivering delicious sweet and tangy flavors.

Squid · Garlic · Pre-cut stir-fry vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, onions) · Sweet and sour stir-fry sauce

A classic Vietnamese stir-fry featuring tender squid cooked in a vibrant sweet and sour sauce with fresh vegetables. This dish is a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, often served with steamed rice.

Squid · Garlic · Ginger · Red bell pepper

A classic Vietnamese street food dish featuring fresh clams stir-fried in a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet tamarind sauce, often with garlic and chili. This version focuses on the traditional preparation.

Blood clams (Sò huyết) · Tamarind paste · Garlic · Shallots

A classic Vietnamese stir-fry featuring tender razor clams and crisp water spinach, seasoned with garlic, chili, and a touch of fish sauce for a savory and slightly spicy flavor. This dish is a popular and quick meal, often enjoyed with steamed rice.

Razor clams · Water spinach (rau muống) · Garlic · Red chili

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring tender snails stir-fried in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet coconut milk sauce with aromatic herbs and spices. This is the quintessential version of Ốc Len Xào Dừa.

Ốc len (mud snails) · Coconut milk · Lemongrass · Garlic

A regional variation from Hue, this version of Miến Xào Hải Sản incorporates the characteristic spicy and savory flavors of Central Vietnamese cuisine, often featuring a touch of chili and perhaps some local herbs for a unique twist.

Glass noodles (miến dong) · Shrimp · Squid · Garlic

A simplified version of the classic, this quick stir-fry uses pre-cut vegetables and a straightforward sauce to get a delicious seafood noodle dish on the table in under 30 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights.

Glass noodles (miến dong) · Pre-cooked shrimp · Pre-sliced squid · Frozen mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, corn, carrots)

A classic Vietnamese stir-fry featuring chewy glass noodles, succulent seafood, and crisp vegetables, all coated in a savory, umami-rich sauce. This dish is a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Glass noodles (miến dong) · Shrimp · Squid · Scallops

A classic Vietnamese stir-fried noodle dish featuring tender marinated beef, vibrant vegetables, and savory noodles, all coated in a rich, flavorful sauce. This is the quintessential Mì Xào Bò.

Beef sirloin or flank steak · Egg noodles · Broccoli florets · Red bell pepper

A regional variation of Vịt Xào Lăn from the Mekong Delta, often incorporating more fresh herbs and sometimes a touch of sweetness from palm sugar, reflecting the region's agricultural abundance.

Duck thigh meat · Coconut milk · Lemongrass · Garlic

A simplified and faster version of Vịt Xào Lăn, perfect for weeknights. It uses pre-cut duck and fewer aromatics while retaining the core flavors of coconut milk and spices.

Pre-cut duck meat · Coconut milk · Garlic · Onion

A classic Vietnamese stir-fry featuring tender duck meat sautéed with aromatic spices, coconut milk, and herbs. This dish is rich in flavor and has a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and slightly spicy notes.

Duck breast or thigh · Coconut milk · Lemongrass · Garlic

A classic Vietnamese stir-fry featuring tender chicken marinated and cooked with fragrant lemongrass, spicy chilies, garlic, and fish sauce, creating a savory and aromatic dish.

Chicken thighs · Lemongrass stalks · Garlic cloves · Red chilies

A fragrant variation of Gà Rang Gừng, this version incorporates the bright, citrusy notes of lemongrass alongside ginger for a more complex and aromatic flavor profile.

Chicken thighs, bone-in, cut into pieces · Fresh ginger, julienned · Lemongrass, tender inner part only, finely minced · Garlic, minced

A simplified version of the classic, this quick ginger chicken uses boneless chicken and fewer ingredients for a weeknight-friendly meal that still captures the essential flavors.

Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut into cubes · Fresh ginger, grated or finely minced · Garlic, minced · Fish sauce

A classic Vietnamese comfort dish featuring tender chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh ginger, garlic, and fish sauce, creating a savory and aromatic meal.

Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on · Fresh ginger, julienned · Garlic, minced · Shallots, thinly sliced

A regional variation of Bò Xào Sả Ớt from Central Vietnam, often characterized by a slightly more intense spice level and sometimes incorporating ingredients like turmeric for color and subtle flavor. This version emphasizes the aromatic lemongrass and chili with a touch of sweetness.

Beef sirloin or flank steak · Lemongrass stalks · Thai chilies · Garlic cloves

A simplified and faster version of the classic Bò Xào Sả Ớt, perfect for weeknights. It uses pre-minced lemongrass and chili paste for convenience while retaining the core aromatic and spicy flavors.

Beef sirloin or flank steak · Pre-minced lemongrass · Chili paste (e.g., Sambal Oelek) · Garlic powder

A quintessential Vietnamese stir-fry featuring tender beef marinated and cooked with fragrant lemongrass, spicy chilies, garlic, and a savory sauce. This classic dish is known for its aromatic profile and balanced sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.

Beef sirloin or flank steak · Lemongrass stalks · Thai chilies · Garlic cloves

A fragrant and slightly spicy variation of Bò Xào Lúc Lắc, incorporating the aromatic flavors of lemongrass and a kick of chili, offering a more complex taste profile.

Beef sirloin · Lemongrass · Garlic · Shallots