These chilled noodles are tossed in a gently spicy peanut sauce. Ideal for warm-weather meals, the dish balances sweet, salty and spicy notes. Quick to make and seriously tasty, it is sure to become a spring-and-summer favorite. For once, no long lecture on this recipe’s origins. It is loosely inspired […]
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Thai Pork Salad – Moo Nam Tok
Savor the essence of Thai cuisine with Moo Nam Tok, an irresistible traditional salad of pork, fragrant herbs, toasted rice powder, and a tangy fish sauce dressing. A must-try experience for fans of bold, exotic flavors What is Moo Nam Tok? The Thai term “Nam tok” literally means “waterfall”, but […]
Authentic Vietnamese Bo Bun
What is Bo Bun? Bo Bun, also known as Bún bò xào, is a Vietnamese noodle salad that deserves your full attention. This dish is much more than a simple salad; it’s a complete meal in itself, with a balanced combination of meat, starch, and vegetables. It’s a healthy Vietnamese […]
Authentic zaru soba – cold soba noodles with tsuyu
What is zaru soba? Zaru soba, also known as mori soba, is a refreshing, delicious buckwheat noodle dish, especially prized during the hot, humid summers in Japan. Served cold, it’s the perfect way to cool down during a heatwave. Many people in Japan say that zaru soba is one of […]
Authentic Mango Sticky Rice
The classic Thai dessert known as khao niaow ma muang (mango sticky rice) is heavenly and luscious. Famous in Thai street food and in Thai restaurants worldwide, this tropical rice pudding is irresistible—and easy to make at home. In Thai cuisine, sticky rice is a staple starch in Northern and […]
Thai Pork Skewers – Moo Ping (หมูปิ้ง)
Moo Ping, what is it? Ah, Moo Ping! Pronounced [mǔː pîŋ] in Thai, it literally means “grilled pork.” It’s a hidden gem of Thai street food that has been making waves since 1952. Since then, it’s won over the taste buds of everyone who’s tried it. This little slice of […]
Authentic Vietnamese Spring Rolls
Spring rolls, or Gcfi cud1n, are among the Vietnamese dishes that are easiest to recreate at home. They make a light, healthy starter of seafood and vegetables wrapped in delicate, translucent rice paper. What are spring rolls? Unsurprisingly, theyre Vietnamese. Originally named Gcfi cud1n, theyre also known as summer rolls. […]
Som Tam – Easy Green Papaya Salad
The classic Thai green papaya salad: crisp, vibrant, and sweet-and-sour. Walk down any bustling street in Thailand and you will almost certainly hear the steady thud of wooden pestles hitting clay mortars as vendors whip up their own versions of som tam, each finished with a lip-smacking sweet-and-sour dressing. The […]
Mentsuyu, the Japanese noodle sauce
Let me say it up front: it’s a Japanese pantry essential. Also called “tsuyu,” this foundational condiment brings quintessential Japanese flavor to your dishes. A true ambassador of Japanese tastes! What is mentsuyu? Mentsuyu is the base sauce for many soups, broths, and noodle dishes. Traditionally, it’s a blend of […]
Chinese Dressing, Restaurant-Style, Ready in 5 Minutes!
This Chinese dressing, ready in 5 minutes, is simple, tangy, and so delicious! Made with sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and soy sauce, it’s excellent on any kind of salad and will remind you of your favorite Chinese restaurant. A good dressing is really what brings a salad to life. […]