Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Wontons (Hoanh Thanh Tom Thit)

Vietnamese pork and shrimp wontons with chopped jicama. Packed full of flavor, incredibly juicy, and quick to cook. Enjoy them various ways. This recipe makes about 50 wontons.

Sweet Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

A sweet version of spaghetti and meatballs, just the way I like it. It's similar to Filipino spaghetti, but without the banana ketchup and red hot dogs— just good ole sugar as a sweetener and super moist and flavorful made-from-scratch beef meatballs.

noodles, beefVicky PhamApril 15, 2024beef, pasta, spaghetti, meatballs, Italian, AmericanComment

Homemade Kho Sauce Recipe for Authentic Vietnamese Braised Dishes (Nuoc Sot Kho)

A thin brown sauce ready for use with traditional Vietnamese fish-sauce-braised dishes. Simply add your protein and braise until protein has cooked through and sauce has thickened to your liking. This yields 1-½ cups.

CondimentsVicky PhamApril 12, 2024sauceComment

Crispy Whole Shrimp Appetizer with Netted Rice Paper Wrapper

Crunchy shrimp appetizer wrapped in delicate rice paper and fried to perfection. Whole, tail-on large shrimp simply marinated and wrapped for a quick and tasty appetizer.

Vicky PhamApril 4, 2024Comment

Simple Choy Sum & Garlic Stir-Fry

Want a simple, delicious veggie side? Try this choy sum recipe. This tasty and affordable green makes a perfect stir-fry. It's packed with umami and garlic flavors, and comes together in less than 15 minutes.

Asian Garlic Butter Noodles (Mi Xao Toi Bo)

Inspired by the classic Asian-fusion restaurant's garlic noodles, this dish is packed with garlicky goodness, a touch of sweetness, and umami richness that you'll want to make on repeat. Perfect as a quick meal and a favorite of picky eaters, big and small.

Restaurant-style Garlic Green Beans (Din Tai Fung Copycat)

Skip the takeout menu and whip up restaurant-style garlic green beans at home for a fraction of the price! Flash-fried for a blistered exterior and bursting with color, these green beans are tossed with loads of sautéed garlic. All in 15 minutes!

vegetableVicky PhamMarch 21, 2024vegetables, green beans, stir fry, deep fry, garlic, din tai fung side dish, side dish, ChineseComment

Chinese Fried Breadstick (Youtiao/Gio Chao Quay)

Giò Cháo Quẩy, Vietnam's equivalent to youtiao, a crispy, golden-fried breadstick. It's crunchy on the outside and airy on the inside. Enjoy on its own or with porridge or beef noodle soup.

Vicky PhamMarch 9, 2024Comment

Vietnamese Chayote Squash Soup with Pork Meatballs (Canh Su Su Nau Gio Song/Canh Moc)

A traditional soup that is easy to make, featuring two main ingredients, chayote squash, and store-bought ground pork paste. Its light and flavorful broth pairs beautifully with steamed rice, making it an ideal accompaniment to other side dishes for a complete family-style meal.