Vietnamese

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

A regional variation inspired by Central Vietnamese flavors, featuring a slightly different batter and a filling that includes ground pork and a touch of shrimp paste for a deeper umami flavor.

Rice flour · Tapioca starch · Water · Salt

A traditional Vietnamese savory crepe, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, filled with protein-rich ingredients like shrimp and mung beans. This version focuses on a high protein content.

Rice flour · Turmeric powder · Coconut milk · Water

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy honey glaze with a hint of chili. Perfect served with steamed rice.

Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless · Honey · Soy sauce · Fish sauce

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 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

An elevated version of the classic Gỏi Xoài Thanh Long, incorporating succulent cooked shrimp for a more substantial and protein-rich salad. This variation adds a delightful seafood element.

Ripe mango · Pink dragon fruit · Cooked shrimp · Carrot

A refreshing and vibrant Vietnamese salad featuring the sweet and tangy flavors of mango and dragon fruit, balanced with fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and a zesty dressing. This is the classic rendition.

Ripe mango · Pink dragon fruit · Carrot · Cucumber

An elevated version of the classic pomelo salad, adding succulent shrimp alongside the salmon for a richer seafood experience. The combination offers varied textures and flavors.

Salmon fillet · Large shrimp · Pomelo · Shallots

A refreshing and vibrant Vietnamese salad featuring tender salmon, juicy pomelo, crunchy peanuts, and a tangy dressing. This classic dish balances sweet, sour, salty, and savory flavors.

Salmon fillet · Pomelo · Shallots · Garlic

A creative twist on the traditional, this version replaces chicken with a medley of fresh seafood and adds a kick of spice with chili paste, balanced by the creamy coconut broth and chewy cassava noodles.

Dried cassava noodles · Shrimp · Squid · Mussels

A simplified version of the classic, using pre-made chicken broth and quicker cooking methods for a delicious coconut-infused cassava noodle soup ready in under an hour.

Dried cassava noodles · Pre-made chicken broth · Full-fat coconut milk · Cooked shredded chicken

A comforting and rich Vietnamese noodle soup featuring chewy cassava noodles in a fragrant broth infused with coconut milk, star anise, and cinnamon, topped with tender shredded chicken and fresh herbs.

Dried cassava noodles · Chicken carcass or bones · Chicken breast · Full-fat coconut milk

A classic Vietnamese mooncake shaped and decorated to resemble the national flag, typically filled with lotus seed paste and salted egg yolk. This version focuses on traditional preparation methods for an authentic taste and appearance.

Lotus seed paste · Salted egg yolks · All-purpose flour · Golden syrup

A beloved Vietnamese street drink featuring the unique nutty and slightly sweet flavor of green rice (cốm) blended with creamy milk tea. This classic version highlights the fresh, fragrant essence of cốm.

Fresh green rice (cốm) · Strong brewed black tea · Sweetened condensed milk · Evaporated milk

A fragrant twist on the traditional dish, incorporating aromatic lemongrass and a hint of spice directly into the steaming process for the squid eggs. This variation adds an extra layer of complexity and aroma.

Squid eggs (mực trứng) · Water spinach (rau muống) · Rice paper wrappers (bánh tráng) · Lemongrass

A simplified version of the classic dish, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or appetizer. This recipe streamlines the preparation of the squid eggs and uses pre-cut vegetables where possible, while still capturing the essential flavors.

Pre-cleaned squid eggs (mực trứng) · Baby water spinach (rau muống non) · Rice paper wrappers (bánh tráng) · Minced garlic

A classic Vietnamese dish featuring tender steamed squid eggs, fresh water spinach, and rice paper wrappers, served with a flavorful dipping sauce. This recipe focuses on the traditional preparation and authentic ingredients for a true taste of Vietnam.

Squid eggs (mực trứng) · Water spinach (rau muống) · Rice paper wrappers (bánh tráng) · Garlic

A traditional Vietnamese sweet treat, Bánh Dép Phô Mai features a chewy, mochi-like outer layer made from glutinous rice flour, encasing a sweet, creamy cheese filling. It's typically steamed and served as a delightful dessert or snack.

Glutinous rice flour · Sugar · Water · Cream cheese

A classic Vietnamese dessert featuring a silky smooth panna cotta infused with almond and topped with fresh lychees and a hint of rosewater.

Heavy cream · Condensed milk · Gelatin powder · Cold water