Recipes

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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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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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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What Is Arugula?

Fresh green arugula in bowl

Green, crispy, with that famous, peppery flavor – arugula is one of the most popular leafy greens. You can buy it in most supermarkets, at your local farmers’ market, or even try and grow it yourself. Just like other salad greens, arugula is rich in many important nutrients your body needs to function just right.

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