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Vietnamese Garlic Braised Chicken (Gà Rim Mắm Tỏi)

Updated on July 6, 2025May 23, 2025Leave a Comment

This Vietnamese Garlic Braised Chicken (Gà Rim Mắm Tỏi) is a quick and easy weeknight dish made with tender chicken thigh fillets, garlic, fish sauce, and a touch of sweetness from coconut water. Rich, savoury, and packed with umami, it’s perfect served over steamed rice with a side of vegetables – a comforting and satisfying meal that’s full of authentic Vietnamese flavour.

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Quick and Simple Steamed Salmon

Updated on July 24, 2025May 22, 2025Leave a Comment

This quick and simple steamed salmon recipe is light, healthy, and packed with flavour. Gently steamed with soy sauce, honey, ginger and fresh vegetables, it’s the perfect easy salmon dinner for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes, this family-friendly dish is ideal served with steamed rice and loved by both kids and adults.

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Vietnamese Aubergine Salad – A Light, Healthy and Moreish Dish

Updated on May 23, 2025May 20, 2025Leave a Comment

This Vietnamese Aubergine Salad is light, healthy, and bursting with flavour. Soft steamed aubergine is shredded and soaked in a tangy, savoury dressing made with sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic. Topped with crunchy peanuts and golden fried garlic, it’s naturally vegan and perfect as a quick side dish or a refreshing light lunch. Ready in under 30 minutes – this is aubergine at its best.

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Lemongrass and Honey Spatchcock Chicken (Gà Nướng Sả Mật Ong Nguyên Con)

Updated on May 18, 2025May 18, 2025Leave a Comment

This Lemongrass and Honey Spatchcock Chicken is a vibrant Vietnamese roast chicken dish that’s perfect for an easy weekend dinner. Marinated with fragrant lemongrass, sweet honey, and aromatic spices, then oven-roasted until golden and juicy, it’s served with sticky rice, crunchy peanuts, and a zingy lime and chilli dipping sauce for a delicious, family-friendly meal.

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Dubai Chocolate Mochi

Updated on May 17, 2025May 17, 2025Leave a Comment

A chewy, chocolaty treat with a Middle Eastern twist Like many of you, I absolutely adore mochi – the sweet …

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Coconut Avocado Pudding – A Creamy Vietnamese-Inspired Dessert

Updated on May 14, 2025May 14, 2025Leave a Comment

Inspired by the classic Vietnamese avocado smoothie, this Coconut Avocado Pudding is smooth, creamy, and subtly sweet. Made with ripe avocados, coconut milk, and condensed milk, it’s an easy no-bake dessert that’s light, refreshing, and perfect for warm weather. Serve chilled with a silky coconut milk sauce for an irresistible finish.

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Salmon in Orange and Honey Sauce (Cá Hồi Sốt Cam)

Updated on May 12, 2025May 12, 2025Leave a Comment

This Salmon in Orange and Honey Sauce recipe is a quick and delicious twist on a classic favourite. Juicy salmon fillets are pan-seared until crispy, then simmered in a fragrant glaze made from fresh orange juice, honey, garlic, and soy sauce. The result is a perfectly balanced dish that’s sweet, savoury, and slightly tangy – ideal for a fuss-free weeknight dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s best served with rice and steamed vegetables for a wholesome, flavour-packed meal.

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Sticky Rice with Corn (Xôi Ngô) – Easy Recipe Using a Rice Cooker

Updated on May 11, 2025May 11, 2025Leave a Comment

Sticky Rice with Corn (Xôi Ngô) is a traditional Vietnamese breakfast dish made with glutinous rice and soft corn, topped with mashed mung beans, crispy fried shallots, and a sprinkle of salty peanut-sesame mix. It’s simple, filling, and full of nostalgic flavour – perfect for breakfast or any time you crave something warm and satisfying.

Homemade Peach Iced Tea Recipe (Trà Đào Lạnh) – A Summer Must-Have

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Homemade Peach Iced Tea Recipe (Trà Đào Đá) – A Summer Must-Have

Updated on July 22, 2025May 10, 2025Leave a Comment

This Homemade Peach Iced Tea (Trà Đào Đá) is a refreshing summer drink made with fresh peaches, black tea, and honey. Naturally sweetened and free from additives, it’s full of real fruit flavour and perfect for warm days by the garden or pool. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

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Caramelised Pork Belly with Mooli (Thịt Kho Củ Cải)

Updated on May 9, 2025May 8, 2025Leave a Comment

Caramelised Pork Belly with Mooli (Thịt Kho Củ Cải) is a classic Vietnamese comfort dish where tender pork belly is slow-braised in a rich, savoury-sweet caramel sauce with thick-cut daikon radish. The mooli soaks up all the delicious juices, adding a subtle crunch that perfectly complements the melt-in-your-mouth pork. A simple, nostalgic family favourite that’s packed with flavour and heart.

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