Vietnamese Crab Fried Rice (Cơm Chiên Cua) Fried rice is a beloved staple across many Asian cuisines, known for its versatility, comforting flavours, and resourceful origins. Traditionally, fried rice was a clever way to use up leftover rice and bits of vegetables or protein from previous meals, transforming simple scraps into something delicious and satisfying. The beauty of fried rice …
Crystal Vermicelli Stir Fry with Crab (Miến Xào Cua) Dried bean vermicelli, also known as bún tàu or miến in Vietnamese, is a type of dried noodle made from a combination of starches such as sweet potato, arrowroot, mung bean, or cassava flour. Because of its plant-based ingredients, vermicelli is considered a healthy option – it’s free of harmful fats and …
Minced Beef and Broccoli Noodles (Mì Xào Thịt Bò Bằm & Bông Cải Xanh) Looking for a quick, satisfying, and flavour-packed meal? Minced Beef with Broccoli Noodles is the perfect choice! This dish combines tender minced beef, fresh broccoli, and bouncy egg noodles, all tossed in a rich and aromatic stir-fry sauce. It’s a vibrant and hearty dish that’s not …
Stir-fried Pork Belly with Shrimp (Thịt Ba Chỉ Rang Tôm) Stir-fried Pork Belly with Shrimp (Thịt Ba Chỉ Rang Tôm) is a cherished dish at Vietnamese family dinners. It is the epitome of comfort food: quick to prepare and made with only two main ingredients – pork belly and shrimp. And here’s the best part: you don’t even need to …
Stir-fried Beef with French Fries (Thịt Bò Xào Khoai Tây Chiên) Stir-fried Beef with French Fries or Thịt Bò Xào Khoai Tây Chiên, is a comforting Vietnamese dish that brings together tender, marinated beef with crispy French fries in a savoury, flavourful sauce. This recipe is popular among Vietnamese families as a satisfying and hearty meal that combines the best …
Beef and Green Bean Stir Fry (Đậu Ve Xào Thịt Bò) This Beef and Green Bean Stir Fry (Đậu Ve Xào Thịt Bò) is a delightful and wholesome dish that’s both easy to make and packed with flavour. Tender, marinated beef and crisp green beans come together in a savoury, umami-rich sauce that’s perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic, spicy Thai …
Fried Rice with Shaking Beef (Cơm Chiên Bò Lúc Lắc) When I first heard the term “Shaking Beef” – the English translation of “Bò Lúc Lắc” – I found it amusing and wondered who had come up with the translation. The name “Bò Lúc Lắc” actually originates from the Vietnamese term for playing dice (hột lúc lắc), as the beef …
Eggplant and Minced Pork Stir Fry (Cà Tím Xào Thịt Băm) Eggplant and Minced Pork Stir Fry (Cà Tím Xào Thịt Băm) is a delightful addition to any traditional Vietnamese family dinner. It’s easy to prepare, requires just a few ingredients, and is nearly foolproof. This dish is best enjoyed with a bowl of hot steamed rice. Here are a …
Bitter Melon Stir Fry with Eggs (Khổ Qua Xào Trứng) Bitter Melon Stir-Fry with Eggs (Khổ Qua Xào Trứng) is a healthy and light dish that’s easy to make, with little chance of going wrong. It pairs perfectly with a hot bowl of steamed rice. Here are a few notes on my Bitter Melon Stir Fry with Eggs recipe: I use …
Beef with Bitter Melon Stir Fry (Khổ Qua Xào Thịt Bò) Beef with Bitter Melon Stir Fry (Khổ Qua Xào Thịt Bò) is a beloved dish at Asian family dinners. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and is quite forgiving in the kitchen. The slight bitterness and crisp texture of the bitter melon, combined with tender beef, create a …
Chả Giò (Vietnamese Spring Roll) Besides Phở, Chả Giò (or spring roll) is likely the second most well-known Vietnamese dish. The fillings for Chả Giò typically include minced pork, shrimp, mushrooms, vermicelli noodles, and various vegetables like carrots, taro, or jicama. The mixture is seasoned with fish sauce, garlic, and other spices before being wrapped in either rice paper or …