How to Make Vietnamese Coconut Pandan Waffles (Bánh Kẹp Lá Dứa)
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Fragrant coconut pandan waffles, infused with the sweet aroma of pandan and the creamy richness of coconut,. Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 whole eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pandan flavoring
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Vietnamese Grass Jelly and Milk Dessert (Sửa Sương Sáo)
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Refreshing ice-cold drink with milk and sweetened grass jelly cubes.
- 1/2 cup cubed grass jelly
- 2-3 tablespoons simple brown sugar syrup (equal part water and brown sugar; bring to a boil then cool)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1/2 cup choice of milk
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Vietnamese Three Color Dessert (Che Suong Sa Hat Luu / Che Ba Mau)
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A popular Vietnamese dessert similar to Chè Ba Màu, made with sweetened beans, jellies, coconut milk, and crushed ice. Instead of red kidney beans, I use faux pomegranate seeds, making it technically Chè Sương Sa Hạt Lựu.
- ½ cup dried split mung bean (wash and rinse until water runs clear)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 6 oz package Golden Coins agar agar powder
- 8 cups water
- 1 teaspoon pandan extract
- 2 8-oz cans whole water chestnut (drain and rinse; cut into small pomegranate-size cubes)
- ⅓ cup tapioca starch
- 3 drops red food coloring gel
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Coconut Sauce for Vietnamese Dessert
- Crushed ice
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Traditional Vietnamese Avocado Shake without a Blender
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An old-school avocado smoothie made without a blender. Simply mash avocados with sugar and condensed milk, then serve with ice for a refreshing, chunky dessert.
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 cup ice
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Vietnamese Preserved Lemons & Salty Lemonade (Chanh Muối)
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If you have extra lemons or limes, preserve them in a salty brine. Then enjoy a refreshing Vietnamese salty lemonade —perfect for a hot day.
- 30 small lemons or 20 large lemons (about 5 lbs)
- 1 cup packed salt
- 8 cups water
- 1 gallon glass jar with airtight plastic lid
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Vietnamese Hollow Donut (Bánh Tiêu)
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An airy and soft Vietnamese donut with a crispy sesame seed crust and a hollow interior. Enjoy as is or fill with sweet sticky rice for a tasty sweet treat. This recipe makes 5 large donuts.
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose bleached flour
- 1/3 cup (67g) granulated white cane sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 3 cups neutral oil
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Vietnamese Corn Pudding with Sago (Chè Bắp)
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A sweet corn pudding that’s an easy and tasty treat made with fresh corn, chewy tapioca pearls, and rich coconut milk. It's a great way to use up extra corn.
- 2 corn on the cobs
- 1 quart water
- 1/4 cup mini tapioca balls/sago
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 3 pandan leaves
- Coconut milk sauce
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
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Vietnamese Hollow Donut with Yeast (Bánh Tiêu)
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An airy and soft Vietnamese donut with a crispy sesame seed crust and a hollow interior. Enjoy as is or fill with sweet sticky rice for a tasty sweet treat. This recipe uses yeast as the main leavening agent and makes 7-10 medium Banh Tieu's.
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus 1/4 cup more for dusting
- 1/3 cup granulated white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- Neutral oil for deep-frying; amount varies depending on the size of your pot
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Lazy Fried Rice in Rice Cooker Recipe with Chinese Sausage (Cơm Chiên / Cơm Trộn Lạp Xưởng Nồi Cơm Điện)
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Life can get busy. The last thing you want to think about is what to eat. My go-to choice for something quick, delicious, and filling is fried rice. Fried rice is typically made with a wok and stovetop, but this recipe can be done in a rice cooker. Easy-peasy!
- 2 cups dried long grain rice (rinse until water runs clear and drain in a colander)
- 1 3/4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Maggi seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon chicken or mushroom bouillon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup frozen vegetables (peas, carrots and/or corn)
- 3 Chinese sausages (slice thin)
- 2 eggs
- Rice cooker
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Simple Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Rice Cakes (Tteokbokki)
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Chewy rice cakes in a sweet, spicy, and savory thick red sauce. This is a simplified recipe that doesn’t require anchovy broth. Less ingredients but the same great flavors. Enjoy this Korean comfort food in less than 15 minutes. Fighting!
- 4 cups cylindrical Korean rice cakes
- 3 sheets fish cakes (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 4 cups water
- 1/3 cup Korean red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 3 scallions (cut into 2-inch pieces)
- Roasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
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