International Food

Sunomono Salad Recipe (Japanese Cucumber Salad)

Do you love eating crunchy and refreshing salads? If your answer is yes, then Japanese cucumber salad is perfect. The combination of flavors in this salad is so exquisite that it will leave your taste buds craving for more.  Preparing a homemade Japanese cucumber salad does not have to be difficult. It’s quite easy with […]

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Vietnamese Fish Sauce Recipe (Nước Chấm)

As a staple in Vietnamese cuisine, the Vietnamese dipping sauce, nuoc cham, is a stepping stone when it comes to creating an authentic Vietnamese meal. Locally, you will find it simply known as “dipping sauce.” Nuoc cham is paired with appetizers like spring rolls and main dishes. Growing up Vietnamese, nuoc cham was almost always

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Best Vietnamese Spring Rolls Recipe (Gỏi Cuốn) w/ Peanut Sauce

Vietnamese spring rolls are my go-to snack when I’m in the mood for fresh, healthy comfort food. These rolls contain fresh shrimp, rice noodles, and fresh vegetables, all wrapped together in a rice paper roll and with a delicious peanut butter/hoisin sauce dipping. This cold snack is the perfect summertime snack and is highly nutritious

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Best Bún Riêu Recipe (Vietnamese Crab, Pork & Tomato Noodle Soup)

Bun rieu is a Vietnamese noodle soup that’s like no other. This soup is prepared with shrimp, tomatoes, meat broth, tofu, vegetables, and many other herbs and spices. Its major component is tofu, but what makes it truly unique are the rieu, which are meatballs made of pork, shrimp, prawns, or crab. With all these

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How To Make Vietnamese Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá)

In Vietnam, coffee is a way of life and not just a beverage. Not to mention, Vietnam is the world’s second-largest coffee producer, only surpassed by Brazil, which explains the Vietnamese fierce coffee culture. Vietnamese coffee is creamy, rich, sweet, flavorful, and the perfect way to get a caffeine fix in the morning or afternoon.

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Best Bánh Xèo – Crispy & Savory Vietnamese Crêpes / Pancakes

If you’re looking for a recipe to feed the crowd, look no further than this irresistible crispy banh xeo. Banh xeo, also known as “Vietnamese pancakes,” is a delicious option for casual get-togethers with friends and family. These yummy Vietnamese crêpes are stuffed with delicious flavors like sliced pork, shrimp, mung bean, bean sprouts, and

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Best Mochi Donut Recipe (Crispy & Chewy Pon de Ring Donuts)

Anyone who has ever tried a Mochi doughnut will wholeheartedly agree that it is an unforgettable experience. Unfortunately, not every location has a Mochi donut shop nearby. However, this means you get to make them at home. Yay!  Mochi donuts are light and airy on the inside and chewy and satisfying on the outside, thanks

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Classic Bun Bo Hue Recipe – Spicy Beef & Pork Noodle Soup

Bun bo Hue is a traditional Vietnamese dish and a type of noodle soup known for its spicy broth and complex flavors. The first time I tried it, it was like tasting heaven, and I immediately wanted more. The dish originated in Hue, a city in Central Vietnam, also the former capital of Vietnam.  Like

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