Discover the vibrant flavours of 20 Fresh And Colourful Vietnamese-Inspired Dishes, celebrating lightness, balance and wholesome ingredients. From crisp herb-laced salads and zesty noodle bowls to aromatic broths and refreshing rolls, each recipe captures the essence of Vietnamese cuisine. These dishes offer a nourishing yet flavourful approach to everyday meals, blending freshness, texture and delicate seasoning in every bite.
CLASSIC NUOC CHAM DIPPING SAUCE
CLASSIC NUOC CHAM DIPPING SAUCE Classic Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce is a signature Vietnamese condiment known for its perfect balance of savoury, sweet, tangy and spicy flavours. This light and refreshing sauce is incredibly versatile and commonly used as a dip for spring rolls, grilled meats, seafood...
VIETNAMESE FRESH SPRING ROLLS (GỎI CUỐN)
VIETNAMESE FRESH SPRING ROLLS (GỎI CUỐN) This vibrant single-serve Vietnamese Fresh Spring Roll recipe is a light, nutritious appetiser packed with fresh greens, shrimp, herbs, lettuce, shredded carrots, fresh mint and basil leaves and vermicelli noodles, all neatly wrapped in delicate rice paper....
VIETNAMESE CHICKEN VERMICELLI BOWL (BÚN GÀ)
VIETNAMESE CHICKEN VERMICELLI BOWL (BÚN GÀ) The Vietnamese Chicken Vermicelli Bowl is known as Bún Gà, which is a light yet satisfying dish combining tender grilled chicken, rice vermicelli noodles and an array of crisp vegetables. This dish is topped with crushed peanuts and drizzled with the sig...
VIETNAMESE BEEF STIR-FRY WITH LEMONGRASS
VIETNAMESE BEEF STIR-FRY WITH LEMONGRASS Vietnamese Beef Stir-Fry with Lemongrass or Bò Xào Sả is a fragrant and savoury dish that showcases the vibrant aromas of Southeast Asian cuisine. This single-serving recipe delivers tender slices of beef infused with finely chopped lemongrass and garlic, q...
VIETNAMESE EGG MEATLOAF (CHẢ TRỨNG HẤP)
VIETNAMESE EGG MEATLOAF (CHẢ TRỨNG HẤP) Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf or Chả Trứng Hấp is a beloved steamed dish combining ground pork, egg, glass noodles and aromatics into a soft and savoury meatloaf. Gently steamed rather than baked or fried, it yields a moist, tender texture and light consistency, m...
VIETNAMESE PHO GA (CHICKEN PHO)
VIETNAMESE PHO GA (CHICKEN PHO) Vietnamese Pho Ga is a fragrant and soothing noodle soup that combines aromatic chicken broth with tender shredded chicken, rice noodles and vibrant garnishes like bean sprouts, Thai basil and lime wedge, which is known for its delicate yet complex flavour. This sin...
VIETNAMESE SAVORY MINI PANCAKES
VIETNAMESE SAVORY MINI PANCAKES Vietnamese Savory Mini Pancakes are inspired by the popular Bánh Khọt, which are bite-sized delights known for their crisp exterior, tender centre and vibrant toppings. These savoury pancakes are made from a simple batter of rice flour, turmeric and coconut milk, cr...
VIETNAMESE TOFU TOMATO STEW (ĐẬU HŨ SỐT CÀ)
VIETNAMESE TOFU TOMATO STEW (ĐẬU HŨ SỐT CÀ) Vietnamese Tofu Tomato Stew or Đậu Hũ Sốt Cà is a warm, home-style dish featuring tender tofu cubes simmered in a savoury tomato and garlic sauce. This dish is a staple in many Vietnamese households, known for its simplicity, balance of flavours and ease...
VIETNAMESE GREEN MANGO SALAD (GỎI XOÀI)
VIETNAMESE GREEN MANGO SALAD (GỎI XOÀI) Vietnamese Green Mango Salad or Gỏi Xoài is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Southeast Asian cuisine. With crisp green mango, crunchy peanuts, carrots and fragrant lime-fish sauce dressing, each bite is a delightful contrast of text...
GRILLED PORK SKEWERS (NEM NƯỚNG-INSPIRED)
GRILLED PORK SKEWERS (NEM NƯỚNG-INSPIRED) Grilled Pork Skewers are inspired by Vietnam’s beloved Nem Nướng and offer a bold and juicy burst of flavour in every bite. These skewers are pan-grilled or barbecued to perfection, slightly crisp on the outside and succulent inside and made with seasoned...
VIETNAMESE PICKLED VEGETABLES (ĐỒ CHUA)
VIETNAMESE PICKLED VEGETABLES (ĐỒ CHUA) Vietnamese Pickled Vegetables(Đồ Chua) are a refreshing condiment found in nearly every Vietnamese home. This simple, vibrant mixture of julienned carrots and daikon is lightly pickled in a blend of vinegar, carrots, daikon, sugar and salt, yielding a balanc...
STIR-FRIED MORNING GLORY (RAU MUỐNG XÀO TỎI)
STIR-FRIED MORNING GLORY (RAU MUỐNG XÀO TỎI) Stir-Fried Morning Glory(Rau Muống Xào Tỏi) is a beloved Vietnamese side dish known for its simplicity and bold garlic aroma. Often served alongside rice and grilled meats, this dish features tender water spinach (or its close substitute, spinach) flash...
VIETNAMESE FRIED EGG RICE (CƠM CHIÊN TRỨNG)
VIETNAMESE FRIED EGG RICE (CƠM CHIÊN TRỨNG) Vietnamese Fried Egg Rice (Cơm Chiên Trứng) is a classic comfort food that transforms everyday staples into a fragrant and satisfying meal. It’s a dish rooted in simple warm jasmine rice, a freshly cracked egg, savoury soy, oil and fish sauces and a spri...
VIETNAMESE BÁNH MÌ-INSPIRED SALAD
VIETNAMESE BÁNH MÌ-INSPIRED SALAD Vietnamese Bánh Mì-Inspired Salad captures the essence of the classic sandwich in a light and refreshing bowl. This vibrant dish features savoury, shredded chicken, pork, crisp lettuce, tangy pickled carrots and daikon, with cucumber slices for added crunch. A tou...
VIETNAMESE BLACK SESAME DESSERT
VIETNAMESE BLACK SESAME DESSERT Vietnamese black sesame dessert (Chè Mè Đen) is a traditional, nourishing and comforting dish often served warm. This silky, pudding-like treat blends toasted black sesame seeds with water, honey and a touch of glutinous rice flour for thickening. The dessert boasts...
GINGER FISH WITH SCALLIONS (CÁ KHO GỪNG-INSPIRED)
GINGER FISH WITH SCALLIONS (CÁ KHO GỪNG-INSPIRED) Ginger Fish with Scallions (Cá Kho Gừng-Inspired) is a comforting Vietnamese dish celebrated for its bold balance of savoury, sweet and spicy notes. In this single-serve adaptation, a tender white fish fillet is gently simmered in a fragrant glaze...
VIETNAMESE EGG COFFEE (CÀ PHÊ TRỨNG-INSPIRED)
VIETNAMESE EGG COFFEE (CÀ PHÊ TRỨNG-INSPIRED) Vietnamese Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng-Inspired) is a decadent drink blending the richness of whipped egg yolk, hot water and the intensity of dark coffee. This single-serve variation captures the essence of Hanoi’s iconic café delicacy in a few simple st...
VIETNAMESE VEGAN PHO
VIETNAMESE VEGAN PHO Vietnamese Vegan Pho is a plant-based take on the iconic noodle soup beloved across Vietnam. This simplified single-serving version is light yet satisfying, made with fragrant vegetable broth, cooked rice noodles and tender bok choy or mushrooms. A splash of soy sauce and fres...
VIETNAMESE SHRIMP LETTUCE WRAPS
VIETNAMESE SHRIMP LETTUCE WRAPS Vietnamese Shrimp Lettuce Wraps are a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together plump, cooked shrimp, crisp lettuce, delicate vermicelli noodles and a splash of zesty lime with savoury nuoc cham dressing. This light yet flavour-packed wrap is perfect as a qui...
LEMONGRASS CHICKEN STIR-FRY
LEMONGRASS CHICKEN STIR-FRY Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry is a vibrant and aromatic Vietnamese dish that brings together lean chicken breast, zesty lemongrass and a rich umami profile. This single-serving recipe is ideal for busy individuals seeking a quick, flavourful meal with minimal prep and max...