I love seitan and have touted its versatility as a tasty meat substitute in earlier posts. I’ve shared the basic seitan recipe and the one below is essentially the same except for two things: 1) we add soy sauce to the water to give it color and saltiness 2) we use a bit more baking powder to give it a […]
This Braised Pork and Shrimp dish is a delicious example of the bold flavors intrinsic to Vietnamese cuisine. It’s an easy dish with simple ingredients but is truly unique tasting. Braising or “Kho” is a popular Viet method for cooking savory meat dishes. The cooking technique allows the meat and shrimp to absorb the savory and slightly sweet sauce as it is cooked. Caramelizing […]
Sour Soup? The word “sour” may be off-putting to some and not a taste that is immediately appealing. The name of this dish is the direct translation for this soup’s Vietnamese name “Canh Chua” but some subtleties get lost in translation. I’d rather call this “Perfectly Balanced Tart, Savory, and Sweet with Abundant Vegetables and Hearty Fish Soup” […]
Looking for ways to incorporate nutrient-rich leafy greens into your diet? Then you must try this easy stir-fry dish made with water spinach. Water spinach (as you may have guessed from its name) is a juicy, leafy green loaded with vitamins A, C, iron and fiber. With its long tapered leaves and abundant stalks, this vegetable is sturdy and […]
I love making these homemade Grilled Pork Sausages (Nem Nuong) because I can control exactly what goes in them. No random animal parts, preservatives or red food coloring in this recipe. It’s super simple and you’ll love the way these sausages taste. This is a great meat dish to grill for your outdoor events but they […]
During the summertime I love dining outside and am always looking for casual meals to take outdoors. So I love dishes where everything can be made in one big wok or pot and then taken right to the table. This Spicy Stir-Fried Crab Legs is that perfect summertime dish. Quick and easy to make, these crab […]
It looks like an omelette but is often called a pancake or crepe. “Banh” means cake and “Xeo” means sizzle–that’s the sound the batter makes when it’s poured into the hot skillet. So “Sizzle Cake” is translated here to Sizzling Savory Crepes. Whatever you call it, these savory cakes made from a rice flour batter, filled with meat, […]
Love ribs but not quite sure how to make them? This easy recipe makes perfectly tender, juicy and flavorful ribs. We finish the ribs on the grill to get that nice charred taste and then top it off with a generous amount of a sweet and savory glaze. Is your mouth-watering yet? Notes on the recipe Usually when making these ribs […]
If you’re busy like me you often don’t have time to plan the week’s meals in advance. As a result, you may find yourself roaming the grocery store aisles looking for inspiration and trying to figure out what to make that’s healthy and fast. Well, the next time you come up short on meal ideas, give this recipe a try. This […]
This classic Viet dish, Ginger Chicken, strikes a wonderful balance between zesty, sweet and savory. The ginger is mildly spicy and wonderfully fragrant. Add in the robust marinade and you have a flavorful dish that is super easy to make. This is one of my favorites when I need to put a meal together fast. Add rice and some steamed vegetables […]
