This easy recipe for Toasted Shrimp Flakes (Tom Chay) uses fresh shrimp to make a delectable and fluffy topping for savory dumplings, cakes, noodles, rice dishes and more. Many recipes use dried shrimp, which is convenient, but fresh shrimp is so much more flavorful. Using tiger shrimp yields the best results because they are so […]
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Dried Shredded Chicken (Cha Bong Ga, Ruoc Ga)
If you’re constantly on-the-go like me you sometimes wait until you are so famished you barely have the strength to get into your car and drive to find food. It’s times like these when you need something already made that you can easily turn into a quick meal. Well, this Dried Shredded Chicken dish is […]
Scallion Oil (Mo Hanh)
We’ve all seen these chopped scallions cooked in oil atop rice plates and as garnishes for noodles, meats and fish. It adds a fresh onion flavor and a vibrant pop of color to any dish or meal. This simple condiment is the easiest thing to make and one of the essential recipes every good cook should […]
Coconut Sauce (Nuoc Dua)
Coconut Sauce is the Asian version of whipped cream. It’s a delicious, creamy and sweet topping for many Asian desserts. This is a fundamental recipe every cook should master because you’ll use it again and again. My recipe is not super sweet and I add a bit of salt to balance the sugar. Feel free to add more […]