This Basil Seed Drink with Malva Nut (Nước hột é đười ươi) is a refreshing Vietnamese drink and a childhood favourite! Growing up, my family was always very conscious of how foods and our environment affected our moods, our bodies, and our digestion. I’m not entirely sure why my family was so concerned about “cooling” […]
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Iced Vietnamese Coffee with Ube Foamed Milk
Subtle, earthy and sweet ube mixed with bold Vietnamese coffee is a match made in heaven! Make this iced Vietnamese coffee with ube foam for a fancy homemade drink! This recipe was sponsored and developed for Earth’s Own on Instagram and TikTok but I decided to post here just so people have access to the […]
Mung Bean Sticky Rice – Xôi đậu xanh – No Soak + Rice Cooker Method Sticky Rice
This mung bean sticky rice is a childhood favourite: this version is made within an hour with no long soaking time or steaming required! Use a rice cooker for the ultimate convenience! Mung bean sticky rice is a household staple in my family. It’s savoury, comforting, sweet and nutty, it’s perfect for packed lunches or […]
Coconut Pandan Jelly – Thạch Rau Câu Lá Dứa
This bright green layered coconut pandan jelly is a juicy, crunchy sweet treat of my childhood! Subtly sweet and fragrant with pandan. In my last recipe, I made coconut coffee jellies that I grew up having a lot, but I wanted to make the pandan version for anyone who doesn’t like coffee. With this base […]
Vietnamese Coffee Jelly – Thạch Rau Câu Cà Phê Sữa
These coffee and coconut jellies are the sweet treat of my childhood (yes, even with coffee flavour!). Coffee and sweetened condensed milk and coconut make for a delicious combo for these crunchy Vietnamese Coffee jelly treats. These crunchy jellies are traditionally vegan! You can make them with so many different flavour combinations since coconut goes […]
Lemongrass Tofu Vermicelli Bowl (Bún Đậu Hũ Sả)
Lemongrass Tofu Vermicelli Bowl (Bún Đậu Hũ Sả) is one of my favourite meals to enjoy in the summer or when I’m craving something refreshing yet satisfying! Vermicelli noodle bowls are a staple for a delicious, savoury bowl! Bún has tons of refreshing ingredients, meaty textures, and lots of flavour!
