This delicious Vietnamese dish is a savory soup made with bitter melon (called kho qua in Vietnamese). It’s typically simmered in broth or stock, then flavored with herbs, aromatics and seasonings for a hearty and flavorful meal. The bitterness of the melon balances out the rich flavors of the other ingredients to create a unique …

Are you too bored with sandwiches and burgers just like every day? Let’s try something new and exciting with the Vietnamese traditional food, Bo Kho. It is a popular stew made of slow-cooked beef, carrots, pineapple, coconut and other ingredients. The flavors from this dish are amazing, thanks to its combination of different spices. Bo …

What Is Xôi Lá Dứa? Xôi Lá Dứa, or pandan sticky rice, is a popular Vietnamese dish made from glutinous rice and pandan leaves. The leaves impart a unique flavor to the dish, creating an aromatic, sweet-salty taste that is familiar to many in the region.  Xôi Lá Dứa is distinguished by its use of …

What is Bánh Cuốn? Bánh Cuốn, also known as Vietnamese steamed rice rolls, is a popular breakfast dish in Vietnam. Banh Cuon’s preparation is part of what makes it so special. The thin rice flour crêpes are made by spreading the batter mixture over a cloth-covered steamer. Once steamed, they are filled with pork, shrimp, …

Banh Flan is a custard of delicate silkiness coated in a deep, amber-hued caramel. The caramel, subtly imbued with bitterness, perfectly counters the custard’s inherent sweetness, creating a wonderfully balanced dessert experience. Making this traditional Vietnamese crème caramel is surprisingly easy in just a few steps. However, as straightforward as the process may seem, it’s …

About Peanut Sauce An intrinsic part of Vietnamese gastronomy, peanut sauce brings a flavorful depth to Vietnam’s much-loved spring rolls. This savory, subtly sweet condiment is prepared from roasted peanuts, creating a rich and creamy texture that perfectly complements the freshness of the rolls. Infused with a blend of traditional Vietnamese ingredients, it strikes a …

Vietnamese cuisine is incredibly diverse and complex, in both its flavors and textures. Among its many delights, one particularly unique dish stands out: The Honeycomb Cake – Banh Bo Nuong. This delightfully sweet treat has been a beloved delicacy of the Vietnamese people for many generations and has recently gained widespread recognition across the globe. …