The Ultimate Sườn Ram Mặn (Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Ribs)
In Vietnamese, we call this kind of dish a “rice thief” (bắt cơm). One bite of these caramelized, deeply marinated pork ribs, and your entire …
Cá Kho Tộ (Vietnamese Caramelized Clay Pot Fish)
When people think of Vietnamese food, their minds instantly go to Phở or Bánh Mì. But if you ask me what I crave on a …
The Ultimate Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng (Lemongrass Grilled Pork Sandwich)
If you want to experience the absolute king of Vietnamese street food, Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng is the crown jewel. Thịt Nướng features ultra-thin strips …
How to Make Bánh Cuốn in the Microwave
How to Make Bánh Cuốn Without a Steamer If you’ve ever watched someone make traditional Vietnamese Bánh Cuốn, you know it involves a huge, specialized …
Healthy & Low-Fat Nem Nướng: The Ultimate Curing Powder-Free Trick
An Alternative Using Pantry Staples When I first moved to Canada, getting specialized Vietnamese ingredients like curing powder on a regular basis wasn’t a guarantee. …
The Ultimate Air Fryer Nem Nướng — Smoky, Bouncy & Better Than the Restaurant
The Game-Changer Hack I used to dread shaping Nem Nướng. The meat paste is incredibly sticky and tacky, and in the past, I’d put on …
Beef & Green Bean Stir-Fry (Đậu Cô Ve Xào Thịt Bò)
The Quickest Crunch This was the very first dish I learned to cook to help my mom after school. I remember the satisfaction of hearing …
30-Minute Xá Xíu (Vietnamese BBQ Pork): Air Fryer Edition
My Mom’s Favorite Treat Growing up, the scent of fresh Xá Xíu meant it was a special day. I still remember the excitement of going …
Vietnamese Shaking Beef Recipe (Bò Lúc Lắc)
A Childhood Memory in a Sizzling Wok Growing up, Bò Lúc Lắc was more than just dinner; it was a sensory performance. I can still …
Crispy Roasted Pork Belly: Vietnamese (Thịt Heo Quay) Style
If one dish signifies a celebration in a Vietnamese household, it is Thịt Heo Quay. Seeing a massive, mahogany slab of roasted pork belly on …