Dumplings, or cha gio, are a very popular and tasty appetizer. If you eat in Vietnamese restaurants, you’ve probably already tasted these wonders. After reading this article, you’ll be able to make them yourself at home! What are vietnamese fried spring rolls? Spring rolls, or nems are prepared by wrapping […]
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 […]
Fermentation has long been used to preserve and enrich foods nutritionally, especially rice across Asia. In Asian cooking, fermenting rice has given rise to many delicious dishes. For example: koji in Japanese cuisine; jiuniang or cơm rượu in Chinese cuisine and Vietnamese cuisine; tapai in Indonesian cuisine; and even rice […]
Vietnamese roast chicken offers a delicious twist on the classic bird. Infused with authentic Vietnamese flavors, it is easy to make and bound to delight the whole family. Because it is cooked in an Air Fryer, this dish is both quick and light, making it perfect for busy weeknights or […]
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. […]
If you’re looking for a good rich dessert, something fried and crispy is always welcome. This recipe for sesame balls (Vietnamese bánh cam) will satisfy your snack cravings with a golden and crispy outer dough made from glutinous rice, filled with sweet mung beans and covered with white sesame seeds. […]
Lemongrass is impossible to ignore on those heavy summer nights. With mosquitoes waiting for the smallest opening, lemongrass essential oil was once the ultimate weapon to keep them at bay. Highly fragrant, lemongrass is not only an excellent repellent against these tiny pests, but also an indispensable ingredient to keep […]
This Vietnamese take on a popular Southeast Asian cured pork is spicy, salty, and bursting with the tangy, fiery, and aromatic flavors of raw garlic, chilies, and pepper. It’s a real treat. Nem Chua: What Is It? Ah, nem chua! This little gem of Vietnamese charcuterie really knows how to […]
Nuoc cham, also known as nem sauce, is a flavorful and versatile Vietnamese condiment. When you think of many Vietnamese dishes, it is hard to imagine enjoying them without a little nuoc cham on the side! Yes, even though in France nước chấm is often associated with a single version, […]
Do chua is essentially pickled carrots and daikon. It is a staple of Vietnamese cuisine and can be used in countless ways. But this sweet-and-sour vegetable condiment is most often tucked into the iconic Vietnamese sandwich, the banh mi. The vegetables are sliced, brined, and ready to eat almost right […]
