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Hanoi Cinnamon Pork Sausage (Chả Quế Hà Nội)

Updated on February 5, 2025February 5, 2025Leave a Comment

Hanoi Cinnamon Pork Sausage (Chả Quế Hà Nội) is a fragrant, bouncy, oven-baked sausage infused with cinnamon. Perfect for Bánh Mì, Bánh Cuốn or as a snack, it’s easy to make at home with simple ingredients!

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Pandan Sticky Rice with Mango (Xôi Xoài Lá Dứa)

Updated on February 14, 2025February 4, 2025Leave a Comment

Pandan Sticky Rice with Mango (Xôi Xoài Lá Dừa) is a fragrant Vietnamese dessert featuring pandan-infused sticky rice, fresh mango and creamy coconut dressing – perfect for special occasions or a refreshing treat.

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Steamed Soy Sauce Chicken (Gà Hấp Xì Dầu)

Updated on February 3, 2025February 3, 2025Leave a Comment

Steamed Soy Chicken (Gà Hấp Xì Dầu) – Juicy, tender chicken infused with rich soy-based marinade, steamed to perfection for a simple yet comforting meal. Perfect with warm rice and greens!

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Grilled Pork Bao Bun Sandwich (Bánh Bao Kẹp Thịt Nướng)

Updated on February 3, 2025February 2, 2025Leave a Comment

Grilled Pork Bao Bun Sandwich (Bánh Bao Kẹp Thịt Nướng) – Soft, fluffy steamed bao buns filled with fragrant lemongrass grilled pork, crisp pickles and fresh herbs, then drizzled with a savoury pork gravy. A delicious Vietnamese twist on the classic bao bun, perfect for a weekend treat or a special meal.

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Valentine’s Pavlova with Fresh Berries – Love at First Bite!

Updated on June 22, 2025February 1, 2025Leave a Comment

This Valentine’s Pavlova is a stunning heart-shaped dessert with a crisp meringue shell, a soft marshmallowy centre and a luscious topping of whipped cream and fresh berries. Light, airy and effortlessly elegant, it’s the perfect sweet treat to share with your loved ones on Valentine’s Day!

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Vietnamese Chicken Pho Salad (Phở Gà Trộn)

Updated on February 1, 2025February 1, 20252 Comments

Vietnamese Chicken Pho Salad (Phở Gà Trộn) is a fresh and flavourful twist on traditional Phở, featuring rice noodles tossed with shredded boiled chicken, crisp vegetables and fragrant herbs. Dressed in a sweet, sour and savoury sauce, then topped with crispy fried onions and crushed peanuts, this vibrant salad is a perfect light meal or a delicious way to use up leftover chicken.

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Vietnamese Glutinous Rice Sandwich (Bánh Dày Giò)

Updated on February 24, 2025January 30, 2025Leave a Comment

Vietnamese Glutinous Rice Sandwich (Bánh Dày Giò) is a traditional dish made from soft, chewy glutinous rice cakes paired with savoury Vietnamese Pork Sausage (Giò Lụa). Traditionally eaten during Tết (Lunar New Year), this dish symbolises the sky in traditional Vietnamese culture. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, Bánh Dày Giò is best enjoyed fresh, with its perfect balance of texture and flavour.

Salad and Vegetable

Quick Vietnamese Pickles (Dưa Góp) – A Quick and Refreshing Side

Updated on January 29, 2025January 29, 2025Leave a Comment

Vietnamese Pickles (Dưa Góp) – A quick, refreshing side dish ready in 30 minutes! Made with cucumber, carrot and sweet pepper, tossed in a tangy fish sauce, sugar and vinegar dressing. Add siracha for heat. Perfect with rich dishes!

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Glass Noodles with Bamboo Shoot Soup (Miến Măng)

Updated on January 29, 2025January 29, 2025Leave a Comment

Glass Noodles with Bamboo Shoot Soup (Miến Măng) is a comforting Vietnamese dish, often enjoyed during Tết (Lunar New Year). This flavourful soup combines chewy glass noodles, tender chicken and umami-rich dried bamboo shoots, all simmered in a savoury chicken broth. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for using up leftover chicken and broth from festive meals. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is light yet deeply satisfying – idea for a cosy family meal.