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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.

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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.

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Most Popular Traditional Vietnamese Dishes for Tết

Updated on February 6, 2026January 29, 20257 Comments

A collection of much-loved traditional Vietnamese dishes enjoyed during Tết, from savoury favourites to symbolic sticky rice cakes. These recipes celebrate family, heritage and the comforting flavours that make Lunar New Year so special.

Stuffed Shiitake Mushroom and Lotus Seed Soup (Canh Moc)

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Stuffed Shiitake Mushroom and Lotus Seed Soup (Canh Mọc)

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

Stuffed Shiitake Mushroom and Lotus Seed Soup is a light and fragrant Vietnamese dish, perfect for Tet celebrations. Shiitake mushrooms are stuffed with Vietnamese pork sausage meat (gio song) and simmered in chicken broth with tender lotus seeds, carrots and broccoli. This comforting soup is naturally sweet, packed with flavour and easy to make in under 30 minutes. Serve it hot for a nourishing and festive meal!

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Vietnamese Pork Sausage Roll (Giò Lụa)

Updated on February 8, 2025January 28, 2025Leave a Comment

Vietnamese Pork Sausage Roll (Giò Lụa) is a smooth, tender and savoury dish made from seasoned pork, wrapped in banana or dong leaves and steamed or boiled. Perfect as a snack, in Bánh Mì, or with noodles, this homemade version is fresh, flavourful and free from additives.

Vietnamese Black Sticky Rice Cake (Banh Chung Nep Cam)

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Vietnamese Black Sticky Rice Cake (Bánh Chưng Nếp Cẩm)

Updated on January 28, 2025January 27, 2025Leave a Comment

A unique twist on the traditional Bánh Chưng, this version uses black glutinous rice for a striking dark purple colour, earthy flavour and slightly chewy texture. Inspired by Northern Vietnam’s mountainous regions, it’s perfect for a festive Lunar New Year table or as a cultural treat.

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Trio Sticky Rice Balls in Ginger Syrup (Chè Trôi Nước Ba Màu)

Updated on January 27, 2025January 27, 2025Leave a Comment

Trio Sticky Rice Balls in Ginger Syrup (Chè Trôi Nước Ba Màu) is a vibrant Tết dessert featuring colourful sticky rice balls filled with coconut mung bean paste, served in ginger syrup, topped with coconut sauce and crushed peanuts. A festive treat full of flavour!

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Vietnamese Trio Sticky Rice (Xôi Ba Màu)

Updated on February 24, 2025January 26, 2025Leave a Comment

Vietnamese Trio Sticky Rice (Xôi Ba Màu) is a vibrant and festive dish made with layers of glutinous rice infused with Gac fruit (red), pandan leaves (light green) and a sweet mung bean paste (yellow). This traditional treat is perfect for celebrations, combining tender, chewy textures with aromatic and slightly sweet flavours. A stunning centrepiece for Tết or any special occasion!

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