Vegan Ratatouille Stuffed Tomatoes

by Kim @ Three Olives Branch

Wed Jan 10 05:00:00 PST 2018

These Vegan Ratatouille Stuffed Tomatoes are a healthy and filling meal option.  Large beefsteak tomatoes are stuffed with eggplant, squash, and onions for a twist on a classic dish. This post contains affiliate links. Ratatouille is French and has a few different variations.  Typically it contains tomatoes, onion, eggplant, and squash.  Most of the time I […]

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How to make Vietnamese Yogurt

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Fri Dec 23 21:56:20 PST 2016

Hi friends, today we’re gonna make a very simple dessert, the vietnamese yogurt. It has an amazing sweet and tangy delicious taste and a silky smooth texture. Let’s begin.   INGREDIENTS: 1/2 can of condensed milk 1 liter of fresh milk. I’m using 2% fat. Whole or 2% milk will make the...

Vietnamese Any Day – A New Book Coming Up!

by Andrea Nguyen @ Viet World Kitchen

Fri Jan 19 15:32:51 PST 2018

You’re looking at the draft of my sixth cookbook! This week, I sent the manuscript to my editor, Kelly Snowden. Vietnamese Any Day is all about helping American cooks work Viet flavors into their regular rotation. Many people who are new to Vietnamese food do not know where to begin. They’ve been seduced by the...

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How to Host a Low-Stress Holiday Cocktail and Appetizer Party

by Contributor @ Discover

Tue Dec 19 09:00:45 PST 2017

Don't worry. Blogger Katie Workman has done the hard work of picking out your menu and telling you which dishes to prep or make ahead of time.

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BEST MOBILE APPS TO SAVE MONEY ON FOOD FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS (Part 1)

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Thu Oct 20 19:31:02 PDT 2016

This quick blog post will not exactly be about Vietnamese Cuisine, but it is still about food. In this post, I will share with you some of the best mobile apps to save money on food for college students. FYI,

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‘Hẻm’- Saigon Alleyways

by Khue Luu @ Wild Tussah

Sun Sep 18 10:25:15 PDT 2016

Besides the delicate cuisine, the tangled network of narrow and super-narrow alleys is one of the things we’ve most enjoyed in Vietnam, especially in the country’s biggest city, Saigon. That’s where you’ll be able to take an exploration trip for free, and discover the authentic local lifestyle for yourself; a hands-on experience that no tour could ever offer. What will you find in ‘hẻm’? For...

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Vegetarian Smashed Cauliflower and Roasted Asparagus Sandwich

by Todd & Diane @ White On Rice Couple

Sun Aug 06 00:05:04 PDT 2017

Back in my restaurant days, for the longest time the restaurant had made its mark serving just two meals a day. Breakfast and lunch.  It was perfect for a vegetarian place since so many dishes for those two meals can naturally be vegetarian and no one thinks twice. Poached eggs, oatmeal, salads, eggplant parmesan.  We’d…

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History Of The Vietnamese Costume ‘Áo Dài’

by Wild Tussah @ Wild Tussah

Fri Jul 29 07:00:36 PDT 2016

“Áo Dài’ (pronounced ‘ow yai’) is the traditional costume of Vietnam, and has been developed over the country’s long historical past. ‘Áo Dài’ in the 18th-19th century The Vietnamese Ao Dai history began in 1744, when Southern Lord Nguyen Phuc Khoat decreed a front-buttoned gown and trouser to be worn in his reign. The garment borrowed the general style of the Cham people, who were...

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The Best Baked Chicken Breast

by heidi @ foodiecrush

Wed Jan 10 04:00:23 PST 2018

Whether you’re working on making your weekly meal prep easier, or need a quick and simple recipe for weeknight dinners, this recipe has all my secrets for the best baked chicken breast guaranteed to come out perfectly juicy every single time. The ubiquitous chicken breast could quite possibly be the most popular protein of any [...]

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My Immigrant Family’s Obsession with Paul Bocuse’s Soup with Truffles Recipe

by Andrea Nguyen @ Viet World Kitchen

Thu Jan 25 14:26:15 PST 2018

“If you want to impress jaded Vietnamese guests, make French food,” my mom frequently told me while I was growing up. That’s among the reasons she made puff pastry when we came to the United States. It was as if she had been waiting all her life to knead excess moisture out of butter to...

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Banana Tapioca Pudding (Che Chuoi) | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Wed Jan 17 16:15:11 PST 2018

Banana Tapioca Pudding (Che Chuoi) is an excellent Vietnamese dessert with creamy coconut soup, fragrant banana scent and slightly chewy tapioca pearls.

How to make Vietnamese Beef Stew

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Tue Dec 22 21:35:19 PST 2015

Winter is stewing season and Vietnamese Beef Stew (Bo Kho) is one of my favorite dishes. It can be served in many different ways and still so delicious. This is also a great idea to prepare a family meal for these joyful holidays. Join me in the kitchen and make...

Spiced Persimmon and Ginger Muffin Recipe

by Andrea Nguyen @ Viet World Kitchen

Thu Jan 04 13:00:13 PST 2018

My parents adore bargains, especially the ones at their local Salvation Army on Wednesdays, when seniors receive a 25 percent discount. On October 12, 2016, they scored a charming set of English Royal Wessex Red Willow dishes for about $22 (discounted from the original $29.50). They bought it with the intention of gifting it to...

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How to make Vietnamese Beef Stew

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Tue Dec 22 21:35:19 PST 2015

Winter is stewing season and Vietnamese Beef Stew (Bo Kho) is one of my favorite dishes. It can be served in many different ways and still so delicious. This is also a great idea to prepare a family meal for these joyful holidays. Join me in the kitchen and make...

How to make Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs recipe

by Holly @ Side dish – Rice 'n Flour

Sun Feb 19 02:48:30 PST 2017

Being such a familiar dish among authentic Vietnamese meals, sweet and sour pork ribs – in my opnion – are actually not easy at all to be cooked to perfection. There are two most common flaws. Firstly, the ribs might be too hard and chewy, you tend to have to rip the meat off the […]

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Seafood Opo Squash Soup

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Mon Jan 22 18:07:19 PST 2018

– Seafood Opo Squash Soup is tasty, healthy and filled with delicate natural sweetness from opo squash, shrimp, and crab meat. With just one pot and a handful of ingredients, this easy soup will come together in less than 30 minutes. Whenever I travel back to Vietnam, I try to stuff myself with a lot of good food. It was no different this time. The next day after my long flight to Vietnam, my mom took me to a restaurant specializing in soups in Hanoi. I ordered crab opo squash soup and really enjoyed its sweet and delicate flavor. I immediately thought I needed to recreate this soup at home. So here it is, my seafood opo squash soup, inspired by my recent trip to Vietnam. I added shrimp because shrimp and opo squash is a classic pairing in Vietnamese cooking. Seafood Opo Squash Soup This soup is made from all natural ingredients and dairy-free. The main ingredients are opo squash, shrimp, crab, shallot, fish sauce, stock and some cornstarch (or tapioca starch). Opo Squash Here is a photo of opo squash in case you are not familiar with it. In Vietnamese, opo squash is called “qua bau.” It has […]

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Easy Homemade Beef Broth Stock

by heidi @ foodiecrush

Wed Jan 17 04:00:58 PST 2018

A rich and flavorful homemade beef broth stock is one of the essential recipes every home cook should have in their array of kitchen cooking basics. Back in the day there were recipes home cooks didn’t even have to think twice about how to make because they made the same dishes so often no recipe [...]

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Grilled Oysters with Scallions and Fried Shallots

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Tue Nov 14 18:32:50 PST 2017

Grilled oysters make excellent appetizers because they are easy to cook, tasty and healthy. These Vietnamese-style grilled oysters are flavorful and beautiful to look at with the additions of scallions and fried shallots

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Meeting the Ceramist Dinh Cong Viet Khoi

by Khue Luu @ Wild Tussah

Fri Nov 04 03:22:05 PDT 2016

We will be introducing new handicrafts to Wild Tussah lovers – Vietnamese handmade ceramics! In order to bring you the best and most unique products with a story, we have traveled to the Southern regions of Vietnam, looking for ceramic villages. It’s where the traditions that are hidden from the rest of the world are still kept alive. After months of searching, we finally came across...

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Vietnamese coriander (Rau ram) | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Fri Nov 24 10:53:34 PST 2017

Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup (Pho Bo)

by Trang @ RunAwayRice

Fri Nov 17 08:31:33 PST 2017

Beef Noodle Soup (Pho Bo) is a quintessential Vietnamese dish and this step-by-step recipe shows you how to make this amazing, hearty soup from scratch. If you’re a fan of Beef Pho and have always wanted to learn how to make this delicious soup at home, this is an authentic recipe to try. I’ll show you […]

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Instant Pot Spicy Beef Noodle Soup

by Amy @ A Taste of Joy and Love

Thu Jan 04 05:00:01 PST 2018

Super nutritious, totally comforting and tons of lemongrass flavors. Also on the dinner table within an hour? Count me in. This spicy beef noodle soup is totally fits the bill. I got the instant pot as one of my early Christmas presents and I’ve been completely obsessed over it.  I usually don’t like too many...

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5 Northern Thai Foods Worth Traveling For

by Gary Butler @ Tropicsgourmet

Thu Oct 26 10:52:15 PDT 2017

Can you base a holiday solely around eating Thai food? I’d say so, I’ve always based my travels around food, that’s how I first learned about Northern Thai cuisine. Use this guide to discover the five Northern Thai dishes worth travelling for – and where you can find them on your trip to Chiang Mai. […]

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Vietnamese Chicken Salad

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Sat Jun 28 13:57:08 PDT 2014

If you want to make an easy but tasty dish for this football summer, this is the right one for you. In case you haven’t known of, “Goi ga xe phay” means “Shredded Chicken Salad”, in which the ingredients are seasoned with fresh herbs and a slightly spicy dressing. This is also...

Top 5 Most Popular Vietnamese Dishes

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Thu Oct 13 13:55:24 PDT 2016

In this post, I will share the top 5 most popular Vietnamese dishes which you can easily find if you visit my country. I will also include a recipe for each dish, so you can try to make it at

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Vietnamese Turmeric Fish with Noodles (Cha Ca La Vong)

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Sun Dec 03 19:54:13 PST 2017

Vietnamese turmeric fish with noodles (Cha Ca La Vong) is a delicious and iconic dish of Hanoi. Chunks of flavorful fish are plated on a bed of aromatic green scallions and dill, boosting unique dining experience.

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5 Easy Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes

by Thien-Kim Lam @ side dishes – I'm Not the Nanny

Wed Nov 20 04:00:54 PST 2013

I'm tired of the turkey receiving all the attention at Thanksgiving. While my husband loves roasting the turkey each year, my favorite part of the holiday dinner is making the side dishes.

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RAINBOW COLESLAW SALAD WITH CASHEW MAYO

by Justyna @ GARLIC MATTERS

Fri Jan 12 11:23:01 PST 2018

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Rainbow coleslaw salad recipe is a fully vegan, gluten free, wholesome dish with a wealth of simple, raw ingredients. I coated them in a super creamy cashew mayo coleslaw dressing (50% less calories than in the traditional one!). This recipe is for all health minded people and those who took on a healthy diet challenge...

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LEFTOVER TURKEY STUFFED CABBAGE ROLLS

by Justyna @ GARLIC MATTERS

Tue Dec 12 06:14:18 PST 2017

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Leftover Turkey Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are yet another great way to reinvent your post-holiday roast leftovers. If you’ve never heard of stuffed cabbage rolls this simple casserole recipe is a fantastic way to try them out. The reason is that the Leftover Turkey Stuffed Cabbage Rolls recipe relies on leftovers from your roast dinner. Most...

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Homemade Hoisin Sauce Recipe

by Andrea Nguyen @ Viet World Kitchen

Mon Dec 11 21:31:27 PST 2017

Love hoisin sauce with pho and in other Asian dishes? Make it yourself! I didn’t think it would be easy, but for the sake of excellent pho and the desire to offer a gluten-free hoisin recipe in The Pho Cookbook, I experimented for about two weeks to come up with an excellent recipe. Now, you...

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Caramelized Pork Belly with Eggs

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Thu Jun 26 13:58:42 PDT 2014

Caramelized Pork Belly is a very popular vietnamese everyday-dish, which consists of marinated pork and boiled eggs braised in coconut juice. This dish is normally served along with original- or sticky rice especially in winter. It is surprisingly easy to make but tastes really great. Ingredients: 700 gram pork belly 5...

Vietnamese Turmeric Fish with Noodles (Cha Ca La Vong) | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Sun Dec 10 18:23:13 PST 2017

Vietnamese turmeric fish with noodles (Cha Ca La Vong) is a delicious and iconic dish of Hanoi. Chunks of flavorful fish are plated on a bed of aromatic green scallions and dill, boosting unique dining experience.

5 Dishes That Will Make You Fall in Love With Peruvian Food

by JJ Fox @ Tropicsgourmet

Thu Oct 12 10:41:55 PDT 2017

When I decided to spend some time in South America I went with my gut (literally) and chose the country that seemed to have the most positive food reviews: Peru. I am happy to say that Peruvian food did not disappoint — I ended up staying in that glorious, delicious country for six months. If […]

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20 Healthy Dinners to Make In the Instant Pot

by Hayley @ foodiecrush

Mon Jan 08 04:00:34 PST 2018

The Instant Pot is the hot, do-it-all appliance on every foodie’s radar right now. It makes cooking fast or slow, but always easy. Today we’re sharing more weekly meal prep inspiration, with this list of healthy dinners you can make in an instant. Happy New Year, friends! Did Santa baby bring you everything you wanted, [...]

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Top 5 Vietnamese Designers’ Fashion Boutiques In Saigon

by Khue Luu @ Wild Tussah

Fri Aug 19 18:59:59 PDT 2016

Here’s a list of some of our favorite Vietnamese designers’ fashion boutiques in Saigon. We hope this can help you find your way around when shopping for high-quality clothing from local Vietnamese shops. Magonn Location: 41 Hai Ba Trung street, District 1 Price: 40 – 200 USD Magoon is a shopping treasure trove for fashion lovers to explore while looking for fashionable pieces that channel...

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Beet Risotto with Goat Cheese

by Erin @ Platings & Pairings

Tue Jan 16 16:00:25 PST 2018

This Beet Risotto with Goat Cheese is a delicious dish that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day but craveable every day of the year! I’ve mentioned in previous posts that I LOVE making risotto in the winter – Standing in front of a warm stove and unconsciously stirring away is a bit like meditation for me. And,...

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Vietnamese Grilled Pork Chops | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Mon Jan 15 12:00:34 PST 2018

These grilled pork chops are full of sweet and savory flavors and infused with lemongrass fragrance. This is one of the easiest Vietnamese restaurant dishes to make at home.

Vietnamese Grilled Pork Chops

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Sun Nov 26 20:02:42 PST 2017

These grilled pork chops are full of sweet and savory flavors and infused with lemongrass fragrance. This is one of the easiest Vietnamese restaurant dishes to make at home.

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Banana Tapioca Pudding (Che Chuoi)

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Mon Jan 15 18:19:47 PST 2018

Banana Tapioca Pudding (Che Chuoi) is an excellent Vietnamese dessert with creamy coconut soup, fragrant banana scent and slightly chewy tapioca pearls.

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The Best Homestays in Sapa (For An Authentic & Personal Experience)

by Phuong Thuy @ The Christina's Blog

Fri Dec 29 02:29:06 PST 2017

H’mong, Dao, and Giay people speaking English more fluently than Vietnamese, tremendous natural vistas right outside your balcony, an early morning chill with clouds hovering over the mountains, this and more is what you should expect from Sapa! Located on the northern border of Vietnam, Sapa is the only region of the country that has […]

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Beef Stir-Fry Appetizer (Bo Xao Lan)

by Trang @ RunAwayRice

Fri Dec 29 09:18:56 PST 2017

This recipe for Beef Stir-Fry Appetizer is a tasty dish to serve with drinks at a casual gathering. Delicious chunks of tender beef are marinated with savory spices and stir-fried with red bell peppers, onions, mushrooms and bean thread noodle and then served atop toasted sesame rice crackers. Flavorful and hearty, this Beef Stir-Fry Appetizer […]

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Vietnamese Beef Stew Pho Noodle Soup (Pho Bo Sot Vang)

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Tue Oct 17 19:47:30 PDT 2017

Vietnamese beef stew pho noodle soup (Pho bo sot vang) is a hearty and comforting noodle soup. This noodle soup features tender beef, flavorful broth and amazing aroma from pho spices. You can make it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker or even in a pressure cooker.

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Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf (Cha Trung) – Oven Method | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Fri Nov 24 14:24:14 PST 2017

Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf (Cha Trung) is a delicious Southern dish which is easy and quick to make. You can enjoy it as either a side dish or main dish.

Caramelized Black-Pepper Fish (Mackerel or Tuna)

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Wed Apr 23 12:56:49 PDT 2014

This is a perfect dish for serving with hot-steamed rice on a cold day. In this post, I’ll show you an easy way to make it.  Ingredients: 1 kg Fish (Mackerel or Tuna) 1 Tbsp of each: minced-garlic, -ginger, -lemongrass 1  Tbsp of each: sliced-ginger, -galangal root (thai ginger) sugar, salt, fish sauce, chicken...

What Makes Vietnamese Food Different?

by Kelly Dunning @ Tropicsgourmet

Thu Sep 28 09:44:17 PDT 2017

Vietnamese food is unlike any other in Southeast Asia – so what makes it so special? Fresh. Invigorating. Fragrant. Sweet. Sour. Fermented. These are all adjectives you might use to describe Vietnamese cooking. It’s all about the yin and yang, the perfect balance of opposites within a dish that really makes each ingredient sing. If […]

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Pig Ears in Vinegar Brine

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Tue Jan 24 20:02:03 PST 2017

This dish may sound strange to you but it’s actually really tasty, which any Vietnamese man would love because it goes perfectly with beer or just any other occasion as an appetizer. Like many other pickling dishes, it’s very easy to make. Let’s begin. INGREDIENTS: 6 pig ears vinegar, salt, cooking...

Sausage & Fennel Ragout

by Erin @ Platings & Pairings

Mon Jan 15 16:00:28 PST 2018

Sausage & Fennel Ragout is one of my favorite dishes. It’s got tons of flavor and is the perfect comfort food. Served over a bowl of hearty grains and topped with parmesan cheese. I teamed up with the Healthy Aperture Blogger Network and Hogdson Mills to bring you this post. As always, all opinions are...

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Crispy Vietnamese Crepe (Banh Xeo) | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Wed Dec 20 06:23:53 PST 2017

Vietnamese Crepe (Banh Xeo) is thin, crispy and filled with shrimp, pork, and crunchy vegetables. Serve it with fresh herbs and refreshing lime fish dipping sauce, and this savory crepe will make even the pickiest eater smile.

Vietnamese Meatballs (Xiu Mai)

by Trang @ RunAwayRice

Fri Nov 03 11:18:32 PDT 2017

This recipe for Vietnamese Meatballs (Xiu Mai) is a pure comfort-food dish. The tender pork meatballs are flavorful and have delicious crunch from the jicama. Cooked in a homemade tomato sauce, these hearty meatballs are absolutely mouth-watering. Super-versatile, the meatballs can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a small meal or an appetizer. Serve the Vietnamese […]

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How to make Japchae (Glass noodles with stir-fried vegetables)

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Mon Feb 27 23:27:32 PST 2017

If you are looking for a dish to bring to a party or a potluck that everyone will love, this is the right one. Japchae – the chewy sweet potato noodles mixed with colorful stir-fried vegetables and meat is one of the beloved korean dishes. It’s a perfect choice for almost every...

Vietnamese Beef Stew Pho Noodle Soup (Pho Bo Sot Vang) | Delightful Plate

by @ Delightful Plate

Thu Jan 25 18:22:06 PST 2018

Vietnamese beef stew pho noodle soup (Pho bo sot vang) is a hearty and comforting noodle soup. This noodle soup features tender beef, flavorful broth and amazing aroma from pho spices. You can make it on the stovetop, in a slow cooker or even in a pressure cooker.

Mediterranean Chickpea & Tuna Salad

by Erin @ Platings & Pairings

Tue Jan 09 16:00:31 PST 2018

This Mediterranean Chickpea & Tuna Salad is the perfect dish for when you’re trying to eat lighter but still want a delicious meal. I teamed up with Blue Harbor Fish Co to bring you this post. As always, all opinions are my own. The New Year is going to bring a lot of exciting things...

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Easy Roasted Chicken

by Erin @ Platings & Pairings

Mon Jan 08 03:00:33 PST 2018

This is the perfect easy roasted chicken recipe. The skin is perfectly crisp and crackly, there’s no basting, and it results in a lovely pan gravy at the finish. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner! Roasting a whole chicken has always been a bit of a feat for me. It’s one of those classic dishes that everyone...

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GREEK STUFFED SWEET POTATO RECIPE

by Justyna @ GARLIC MATTERS

Tue Jan 23 07:17:21 PST 2018

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Healthy Greek stuffed sweet potato recipe is a marriage of sweet baked potato and a Greek salad recipe. This lovely fusion of tested and loved ideas is always a treat. This is a vegan and a paleo diet friendly dish, but sprinkle some feta cheese if you fancy adding some extra flavour and texture. Greek...

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Vietnamese Hot Pot

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Mon Nov 07 20:42:25 PST 2016

The winter is near, and what is the better way to enjoy a freezing winter night than having a hot spot dinner with your loved ones after a long tired day. Hot spot is one of the fastest and healthiest

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How to make Crispy Skin Pork Belly

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Wed Apr 16 13:36:17 PDT 2014

Since Crispy-Skin-Pork-Belly is my favorite dish and it’s not easy to find any ready-to-serve one around my corner, I decide to give it couple of attempts to make it at home. Fortunately I did succeed and I’m very glad to share with you my secret (by the way, this post is the better version of...

Vietnam Tourist Destinations (Food Pictures)

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Sat Nov 12 20:08:42 PST 2016

Cuisine is all about culture, and with a country that has more than 50 different ethnic groups from the north to the south like Vietnam, its cuisine styles are expected to be various from region to region. In this post,

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How to make Vietnamese Crispy Spring Rolls – Nem

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Thu Sep 25 01:08:42 PDT 2014

As many other popular vietnamese dishes, Nem is world-wide well-known for its exquisiteness and scrumptiousness. It’s a combination of many tasteful and delicate ingredients. The types of Nem vary across the country throughout Northern to Southern VN, where even its name differs from each other. While in Northern we call...

Meat in Fish Sauce Brine

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Wed Jan 18 23:26:21 PST 2017

The Lunar New Year is just around the corner and this is the time of the year when Vietnamese families are busy preparing all the good food for Tet. We tend to make kind of food that can be made ahead of time so that we can all enjoy family...

Roasted Peppers Tomato Sauce

by Amy @ A Taste of Joy and Love

Tue Sep 26 08:53:31 PDT 2017

Home made tomato sauce with a few ingredients, rich in flavors of roasted peppers and sun dried tomato. This is my ultimate Italian dinner at home! Hi I’m a noodles addict, if you haven’t noticed that already! And I live on spaghetti with meat sauce. Coming from an Asian family, where dinner mostly consisted of...

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Vegan Quinoa Tabbouleh

by Kim @ Three Olives Branch

Mon Jan 08 05:00:00 PST 2018

Vegan Quinoa Tabbouleh is a quick and simple dish that is great as a side or meal. This post contains affiliate links. Tabbouleh (or tabouleh, or tabouli) is a Middle eastern dish made of chopped herbs, bulgur wheat, and other spices.  There are a few variations out there but typically parsley, mint, tomatoes, lemon, and green […]

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How to make Vietnamese Beef Jerky

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Sat Jun 11 21:29:13 PDT 2016

In Vietnam, beef jerky is one of the most beloved snacks of all ages, especially the young generation, it’s hard to find anyone who doesn’t love it. It may seem difficult to make but it’s really not. Today I’m gonna show you how easy it is. Ingredients: 2.2 lbs lean...

Vietnamese Vegan Banh Mi Spring Rolls

by Kim @ Three Olives Branch

Wed Dec 27 09:00:00 PST 2017

I have been loving banh mi anything lately, and these Vietnamese Vegan Banh Mi Spring Rolls are one of my new favorite things!  Pickled vegetables, rice noodles, and cucumber are rolled up in rice paper.  The rolls are dipped in a sweet and  tangy hoisin sauce, making these rolls perfect for lunch, a snack, or appetizer!This […]

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Roasted Cabbage Steaks with Bacon & Garlicky Creme Fraiche

by Erin @ Platings & Pairings

Wed Jan 10 16:00:02 PST 2018

These Roasted Cabbage Steaks are topped with crispy bacon and drizzled with a garlicky creme fraiche sauce. They’re a decadent treat for when you’re trying to eat a bit healthier. Now that the holidays have passed, it’s time to start thinking about eating a bit healthier, but that doesn’t mean that dinner can’t still be...

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Vietnamese Shrimp Banh Mi Spring Rolls

by Kim @ Three Olives Branch

Wed Jan 17 09:00:00 PST 2018

I have been loving banh mi anything lately, and these Vietnamese Shrimp Banh Mi Spring Rolls are a new house favorite!  Pickled vegetables, rice noodles, shrimp, and cucumber are rolled up in rice paper.  The rolls are dipped in a sweet and  tangy hoisin sauce, making these rolls perfect for lunch, a snack, or appetizer! This […]

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How to Recreate Unique Travel Food at Home

by Laura Pattara @ Tropicsgourmet

Thu Aug 31 09:52:46 PDT 2017

Discovering unique travel food from foreign countries you’ve never dreamed possible is half the fun of traveling. After diving into food classes and local markets, you may miss that favorite new dish when you’re back on familiar soil. What better way to take a trip down travel memory lane than recreating that dish once you’re […]

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Vietnamese Beef Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao)

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Tue Oct 24 19:02:59 PDT 2017

Vietnamese beef noodle salad is packed with fresh herbs, flavorful beef, and refreshing lime fish sauce dressing. It is easy to make, and you can enjoy it either as a main or side dish.

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Pulled Chicken

by Amy @ A Taste of Joy and Love

Tue Sep 19 05:57:22 PDT 2017

Friends, meet my long lost friend that I’ve just reunited recently: my beautiful crockpot. I’m completely obsessed with her because she’s my life saver. I don’t know about you guys but as the weather getting a little cooler, I get lazy preparing meals for the week. Good thing I have my crockpot to save me...

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Vietnamese Holiday Food – New Year (Tet) Holidays

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Tue Nov 01 13:09:52 PDT 2016

Every country has different traditions and holidays, but when it comes to holidays, we all have things in common. We celebrate and we eat. In this blog, I am going to introduce you the list of must-have Vietnamese dishes during

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Banh Mi Guacamole

by foodinmy @ The Food in My Beard

Thu Jan 25 06:32:00 PST 2018

Guacamole inspired by the flavors of a banh mi sandwich, including bbq pork, pickled carrot and radish, cucumbers, hot peppers, cilantro and mint.

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How Foreigners React While Trying Durian, The Smelliest Fruit In The World!?

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Wed Nov 02 14:34:58 PDT 2016

In this quick post, I will gather YouTube videos about how foreigners react while trying durian, the smelliest fruit in the world. What makes durian so different from other fruits is that most people hated at their first tries, but

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Crispy Vietnamese Crepe (Banh Xeo)

by delightfulplate @ Delightful Plate

Mon Nov 06 20:36:49 PST 2017

Vietnamese Crepe (Banh Xeo) is thin, crispy and filled with shrimp, pork, and crunchy vegetables. Serve it with fresh herbs and refreshing lime fish dipping sauce, and this savory crepe will make even the pickiest eater smile.

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Vietnam Tourist Destinations (Sites Pictures)

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Sat Nov 12 18:48:35 PST 2016

Vietnam is a beautiful country with an extraordinary 4000-year history. Every year, there are millions of tourist visit to Vietnam from all around the world. Friends come to Vietnam for its wonderful sites, its cultures, and definitely for its various cuisine

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SLOW COOKER CHILLI CON CARNE WITH BEANS AND BLACK GARLIC

by Justyna @ GARLIC MATTERS

Fri Dec 15 11:40:24 PST 2017

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Today I say “hello” to my slow-cooker-best-friend and a good old recipe for chilli con carne with beans! This is a real lifesaver, set and forget, comforting, fall or winter-perfect dish made with delicious ingredients like turmeric and black garlic, which are full of immune system nurturing qualities. This healthy chilli is made in a...

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How to make Squid Cake

by huongbui @ Rice Side-Dishes – HuongBuiCooking

Tue Feb 10 12:13:57 PST 2015

This is one of many signature dishes of my mom’s and today we’re gonna see how she makes it. Ingredients: 500g squid 500g minced pork (best way is to have it not too lean but rather fatty, ) 1 tsp backing powder 1 tsp potato starch onion, dill (chopped) salt,...

One Pan Salmon Teriyaki with Rainbow Vegetables

by Amy @ A Taste of Joy and Love

Thu Jan 18 13:00:35 PST 2018

One Pan Salmon Teriyaki with Colorful Vegetables – this recipe is beyond doubt a delicious one pan dinner you’ll ever need. This is one of those recipes you’ll make over and over again. And it’s perfect for meal prep.  A pan of wonder that is full of healthy vegetables, glorious teriyaki sauce and beautiful looking...

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Duck Bamboo Noodle Soup

by huongbui @ HuongBuiCooking

Fri Dec 30 17:16:58 PST 2016

Today I’ll introduce to you a very tasty dish which is a perfect choice for the winter – the duck bamboo noodle soup. Let’s get started. INGREDIENTS: 1 duck 1.5-2 lbs young bamboo onion, culantro, vietnamese mint ginger, garlic, chili pepper salt, fish sauce, vinegar Step 1: In general, ducks usually...

How to make Traditional Korean Kimchi and Vegan Kimchi (Recipe)

by Xuan Tran @ Side dish – Rice 'n Flour

Sun Mar 19 07:12:13 PDT 2017

Kimchi is undoubtedly the most famous food of South Korea and the signature dish in daily meals of Korean people. As a big fan of Korean culture, I’m very amazed at the importance of kimchi in this country’s cuisine. Kimchi is present everywhere, from family meals to restaurant dishes. The harvesting season of napa cabbages […]

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Roasted Mushroom, Andouille, & Quinoa Stuffed Squash

by Thien-Kim Lam @ I'm Not the Nanny

Wed Dec 06 04:00:24 PST 2017

A flavorful dish that will wow your holiday guests.

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Vietnam Tourist Destinations (Street Cuisine)

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Sun Nov 13 14:03:53 PST 2016

As other Asia countries, street food plays an essential role to form Vietnamese Cuisine. Vietnamese street food is very various in styles of cooking based on particular times of the day, different regions, and of course Vietnamese street food varies from

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The Weirdest Vietnamese Foods and Drinks

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Sat Nov 12 17:21:11 PST 2016

Most of people know about Vietnamese Cuisine by its signature dishes, Pho or Banhmi, and its elegant, light, and healthy cooking style, but Vietnamese cuisine is way more than that. In the last couple of my blog posts, I have

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Banana- King of Vietnamese Street Desserts

by Khue Luu @ Wild Tussah

Tue May 31 04:31:32 PDT 2016

Banana is a nutritious tropical fruit with a lot of health benefits, therefore the Vietnamese incorporate them into a lot of recipes. Here’s a list of some very popular desserts that are made from bananas, that people often enjoy in Vietnam. Bánh Chuối Nướng (Baked Banana Cake) Price: 10,000 VND/cake (~0.45 USD) This banana cake is super delicious! Not only does it produce a wonderful...

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Vietnamese Sweet Soups – Che

by vietnamesecuisine @ All About Vietnamese Cuisine

Thu Nov 03 23:33:01 PDT 2016

What is Che? Che is originated from the North of Vietnam. It refers to any Vietnamese sweet soups and desert pudding. Che is normally made from different types of fruit and beans. Since Vietnam is a tropical country which is known for its various

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How to Make Vietnamese Spring Rolls (Gỏi Cuốn)

by Thien-Kim Lam @ I'm Not the Nanny

Wed Oct 04 10:45:55 PDT 2017

You asked for a tutorial on how to make Vietnamese spring rolls. Here it is with step-by-step photos.

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