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Lemongrass Prawn Noodle Salad (Bún Tôm Nướng Sả)

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

This Lemongrass Prawn Noodle Salad (Bún Tôm Nướng Sả) is a light and flavour-packed Vietnamese dish, perfect for warm days. Juicy prawns are marinated in fragrant lemongrass and grilled to perfection, then served over rice noodles with crisp salad vegetables, fresh herbs, spring onion oil and a tangy nước chấm dressing. Quick, healthy and absolutely delicious – it’s dinner in under 30 minutes.

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Elderflower and Lemon Cordial: A Homemade Summer Favourite

Updated on July 22, 2025May 25, 2025Leave a Comment

This Elderflower and Lemon Cordial is a beautifully fragrant, homemade drink that captures the essence of early summer. Made with freshly picked elderflowers, zesty lemon, and just a handful of simple ingredients, it’s a wonderfully refreshing drink served chilled with still or sparkling water. Whether you’re hosting a garden party or enjoying a quiet moment in the sunshine, this cordial is a delightful way to make the most of the elderflower season.

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Pandan Rice Pudding with Corn (Chè Bắp Nếp Lá Dứa)

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

This Vietnamese pandan rice pudding with corn (Chè Bắp Nếp Lá Dứa) is a classic comfort dessert made with glutinous rice soaked in pandan juice, sweet corn, and finished with a rich coconut sauce. Lightly sweet, naturally fragrant, and easy to make, it’s a delicious treat you can enjoy warm or chilled — perfect for any time of the year.

Dinner

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.

Dinner

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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