Tet Holiday aka "Spring festival" is the most important occasion of Vietnamese. This is the time for families to gather around and celebrate special ceremonies
During the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, bánh tét can usually be found in any house during the months January and February leading into the holiday festivities. I'm going to share with you an easy and delicious recipe for banh tet that you can make right at home any time of year!
It’s Tết, Vietnamese New Year, and we’ve found our way to each other. To comfort, community, and the things that tie it all together: Storytelling and food.
Recipe VIDEO above. "Thit Kho To" - Tender pork in a sweet savoury glaze that has quite an intense flavour. Though made using coconut water as the broth, but it doesn't have a coconut flavour at all! It looks so unimpressive right up until the end when it magically transforms into sticky caramelised pork pieces!
For Lunar New Year, Kate Berry and her Má make this festive main on opposite coasts.
Bánh tét is a Vietnamese sticky rice cake which is rolled in banana leaf. This version includes pork and mung beans for a savory Lunar New Year treat.
Recipe video above. This Vietnamese lemongrass marinade is exceptional - you'll absolutely love it! This is one of my siganture recipes - it's as delicious as it is healthy, ideal for making ahead, for midweek meals and a cheap (impressive) meal idea for large groups. DON'T BE DAUNTED by the list of ingredients - the ingredients for the marinade and sauce are largely the same!
Andrew X. Pham's chả giò (fried spring roll) recipe is one his family goes back to time and again.
These San-Francisco style garlic noodles are a American mashup of Vietnamese and Italian cuisine
An Nguyen mentored under her mother in the kitchen of their family restaurant, New Saigon, for roughly 15 years.
1. During the Vietnam War, Quang Tri natives moved their village into underground tunnels (Vịnh Mốc tunnels) 30 meters deep to escape US air strikes. The tunnels included 3 levels and were used for 6 years.
We love Vietnamese-inspired flavours, and this Vietnamese beef and lemongrass one pot is a definite winner. It's a one-pot, so there's minimal washing up, and is under 300 calories but still packs a punch in terms of flavour
Vermicelli woven served with chewy soy-glazed tofu, green onions, cucumber, and plenty of fresh herbs! A healthy and delicious Vietnamese-inspired dish!
Learn the basic ingredients for Vietnamese cooking to get your started cooking that delicious, umami packed Vietnamese cuisine! #vietnamesecooking
While everyone just finished welcoming in the New Year, my family and I are awaiting another New Year’s celebration. January 28th is the Chinese Lunar New Year and for my Vietnamese family it is Tết . *This post contains affiliate links* I have been talking to my daughter about the upcoming holiday, so over the weekend, we made […]
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Bo Kho is a spicy and flavorful Vietnamese beef stew that makes a pretty epic bowl of noodle soup. Bho Kho is a nice change to the usual bowl of pho noodles
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Like all the best celebrations, Vietnamese Lunar New Year – or Têt – is a time of family, friends, abundance and food… lots of it. On the eve of the Year of the Dragon, Khanh Ong shares his spin on a traditional Têt spread.
A comforting Vietnamese chicken soup with clear glass (mung bean) noodles. Originally from northern Vietnam but now found throughout, and available in restaurants in the US too.
The menu, with its already famous spring rolls, noodle salads and crunchy rice bowls features simple, wholesome, yet incredibly flavourful food prepared with the best and freshest of ingredients.
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Bitter melon soup is made with hollowed out bitter melons (bitter gourd), stuffed with a pork mince mixture and cooked in a light soup. A simple and healthy dish to be eaten with steaming white jasmine rice.
Bo Luc Lac, or Shaking Beef, is a popular Vietnamese stir fry that is packed with great flavors.
Embarking on a journey of innovative evolution, Y Giao Hoo Hey How as we call it “Bau Cua Y Giao” - blossoms into a spectacular fusion of unique ideas. It transcends its role as a traditional game during Tet, evolving into a vibrant Jam Box that symbolizes the essence of heartfelt connections. Bau Cua - Y Giao transforms into a sustainable companion, celebrating the Tet season alongside homeowners. As the Spring unfolds, we reunite with loved ones, and celebrate with jam and games.
Vietnamese Chicken Salad or "Goi Ga" is an easily prepared cabbage salad, made with rotisserie chicken and lots of herbs, topped with peanuts and fried shallots, and dressed with a sweet and tart spicy dressing.
Vietnamese Shrimp Toast, also known as Bánh Mì Nướng Tôm is so easy to make and great for a snack or appetizer. A flavorful mixture of shrimp, mayo, green onion, and cheese is spread onto crusty baguette and baked to perfection. They're little bites of deliciousness!
