Delicious golden fried tofu doused in a sweet & savory sauce made with green onion, fish sauce (or soy sauce), and sugar.
Month: March 2022
Tarte flambée / Flammekueche• Alsatian flatbread with cream, bacon, onion, and Gruyère
‘Tarte flambée’ (also known as ‘Flammekueche’ in Alsaltian and ‘Flammkuchen’ in German) is an iconic dish from Alsace, my home region. A communal dish beloved by everyone, the tradition is to order one tarte at a time and share it in the center of the […]
Cá viên chiên • Fried fish balls & assorted skewers
One of my favorite after school snacks from primary school. I remember packing up my books as quickly as possible and running out the gates with my friends, straight to the little street cart waiting for us. Even though everyone calls them “cá viên chiên” […]
Oeufs cocottes
A simple, yet super decadent recipe. Why stop at just a runny egg yolk when you can triple the creaminess by adding crème fraîche and melted cheese. Crème fraîche, which translates to “fresh cream”, is a rich and thick soured cream. It is a beloved […]
Hến xúc bánh tráng • Sautéed baby clams with rice cracker
I love a good dip or charcuterie board, but if you want to spice up your appetizer game or win a “most unique appetizer” competition, here is a wonderful dish from Huế. My dad’s side of the family hails from Huế – the former imperial […]
Crème brûlée au cà phê • Vietnamese coffee crème brûlée
‘Crème brûlée’ is one of the most classic French desserts that probably don’t need a description. To this day, a vast majority of French restaurants have their version on their menu. Our fusion recipe adds some strong Vietnamese drip coffee to the traditional custard, which […]
Bánh đúc nóng • Vietnamese savory rice flour pudding
A delicious Hà Nội speciality: a warm savory rice flour pudding topped with ground pork, mushrooms, crispy fried shallots, herbs, and a tangy savory sauce.
Canh hẹ đậu phụ nấm chay • Vegan chive & tofu soup with mushroom
A bowl of “canh” – soup (often vegetable-heavy) is a necessity for a traditional Vietnamese dinner. We eat bits of the soup in between other dishes at the table and particularly at the end when we pour the broth over the last bit of rice […]