Vietnamese cuisine is bursting with the fresh, bright flavors of lime, ginger, and chili pepper alongside the umami-rich undertones of fish sauce, long-simmered stocks, and grilled meats. Is your mouth watering yet? The guides and recipes here are a great place to start your culinary adventure.
Get Started with Vietnamese Cooking
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Beginner’s Guide to Cooking Vietnamese Food at Home
Get the inside scoop on how to make mouth-watering Vietnamese food at home with Andrea Nguyen, author of Vietnamese Food Any Day. -
Q & A with Cookbook Author Andrea Nguyen
There is no need to be intimidated by new-to-you cuisines! Join us as we learn the ins and outs of Vietnamese recipes with cookbook author Andrea Nguyen. -
6 Easy Vietnamese Recipes You Can Make at Home
Have a hankering for Vietnamese food? We've got 6 easy recipes you can totally make at home, from a quick wok-kissed beef pho to lettuce wraps. -
Kitchen Essentials for Cooking Vietnamese Food at Home
If you want to cook more Vietnamese food at home, you're in luck—your everyday kitchen equipment will work fine! But if you DO want to invest in a few key pieces, we have suggestions. -
Char Siu Chicken
1 hr, 5 minWarning: This Char Siu Chicken is highly addictive! You'll wonder how you ever grilled chicken thighs without this mix of honey, hoisin, garlic, soy sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder. It's a take-out staple that's easy to make at home!
Reader-Favorite Vietnamese Recipes
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Char Siu Chicken
1 hr, 5 minWarning: This Char Siu Chicken is highly addictive! You'll wonder how you ever grilled chicken thighs without this mix of honey, hoisin, garlic, soy sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder. It's a take-out staple that's easy to make at home! -
Quick Chicken Pho
40 minGluten-Free, HealthyQuick weeknight chicken pho from expert Andrea Nguyen! Shortcut version of traditional Vietnamese noodle soup. 30-minutes. Gluten-free. -
Vietnamese Daikon and Carrot Pickles
20 minVegetarianEasy to make, Vietnamese Do Chua, slightly sweet pickled carrots and daikon radishes. -
Vietnamese-Style Noodle Bowls with Chicken
1 hr, 10 minGluten-Free, HealthyEasy Vietnamese-Style Noodle Bowls with Chicken are the perfect meal in a bowl. Made with vermicelli rice noodles, chicken, fresh herbs and vegetables, and a tangy rice vinegar dressing. -
Shrimp Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
45 minGluten-FreeSpring rolls with shrimp and vegetables! So fresh and easy. Make for a snack, appetizer, or light meal. Serve with peanut sauce for dipping! -
Vietnamese-Style Sticky Chicken Skewers
30 minGluten-Free, PaleoThese Vietnamese Sticky Chicken Skewers balance all the flavors—sweet, salty, sour, and savory! Great as a party appetizer or fun weeknight meal.
Special Equipment for Vietnamese Cooking
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Bamboo Steamer Basket with Steel Rings
$23.99 on Amazon
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Helen Chen Flat Bottom Carbon Steel Wok with Lid, 14-inch
$39.99 on Amazon
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De Buyer Mineral B Round Carbon Steel Fry Pan, 11-Inch
$74.95 on Amazon
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Cast Iron Grill Pan
$44.3 on Amazon
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Winco Fish Spatula
$6.20 on Amazon
All Vietnamese Recipes
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Char Siu Chicken
1 hr, 5 minWarning: This Char Siu Chicken is highly addictive! You'll wonder how you ever grilled chicken thighs without this mix of honey, hoisin, garlic, soy sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder. It's a take-out staple that's easy to make at home! -
Quick Chicken Pho
40 minGluten-Free, HealthyQuick weeknight chicken pho from expert Andrea Nguyen! Shortcut version of traditional Vietnamese noodle soup. 30-minutes. Gluten-free. -
Vietnamese Daikon and Carrot Pickles
20 minVegetarianEasy to make, Vietnamese Do Chua, slightly sweet pickled carrots and daikon radishes. -
Vietnamese-Style Noodle Bowls with Chicken
1 hr, 10 minGluten-Free, HealthyEasy Vietnamese-Style Noodle Bowls with Chicken are the perfect meal in a bowl. Made with vermicelli rice noodles, chicken, fresh herbs and vegetables, and a tangy rice vinegar dressing. -
Shrimp Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
45 minGluten-FreeSpring rolls with shrimp and vegetables! So fresh and easy. Make for a snack, appetizer, or light meal. Serve with peanut sauce for dipping! -
Vietnamese-Style Sticky Chicken Skewers
30 minGluten-Free, PaleoThese Vietnamese Sticky Chicken Skewers balance all the flavors—sweet, salty, sour, and savory! Great as a party appetizer or fun weeknight meal. -
Easy Wok-Kissed Beef Pho
55 minHomemade beef pho on a weeknight? YES! With a few shortcuts, this quick Vietnamese beef pho is ready in under and hour. Searing the beef in a hot skillet also adds great flavor! -
Chicken Curry with Sweet Potato and Lemongrass
55 minGluten-Free, PaleoChicken, lemongrass, and sweet potatoes on their own are pretty great, but when simmered in coconut milk and topped with chopped cilantro, they become pure magic in this Vietnamese Curry. -
Q & A with Cookbook Author Andrea Nguyen
There is no need to be intimidated by new-to-you cuisines! Join us as we learn the ins and outs of Vietnamese recipes with cookbook author Andrea Nguyen. -
Crispy Sweet Potato Pancake Lettuce Wraps
22 minThese Vietnamese sweet potato pancakes are an excellent snack or appetizer served in lettuce wraps. Double the recipe and make it a meal! Made from grated sweet potatoes and carrots, they're a versatile dish for any time of day. -
Beginner’s Guide to Cooking Vietnamese Food at Home
Get the inside scoop on how to make mouth-watering Vietnamese food at home with Andrea Nguyen, author of Vietnamese Food Any Day. -
Kitchen Essentials for Cooking Vietnamese Food at Home
If you want to cook more Vietnamese food at home, you're in luck—your everyday kitchen equipment will work fine! But if you DO want to invest in a few key pieces, we have suggestions. -
Easy Mango Lime Sorbet
20 minAllergy-Friendly, Dairy-Free, VeganDo you love mangoes as much as we love mangoes? Then this refreshing Easy Mango Lime Sorbet should be in your future. It's super easy to make - no ice cream maker needed! -
Ingredient Spotlight: Fish Sauce
Making incredible Vietnamese food at home requires an umami kick from fish sauce. Not sure which one to buy? Read on for tips on picking out the most flavorful fish sauce for your next Vietnamese home cooked meal. -
6 Easy Vietnamese Recipes You Can Make at Home
Have a hankering for Vietnamese food? We've got 6 easy recipes you can totally make at home, from a quick wok-kissed beef pho to lettuce wraps. -
Curry-Scented Grilled Beef Lettuce Wraps
45 minServed on a bed of thin rice noodles and wrapped in lettuce, these curried beef patties make for a bright, flavorful meal that's easy to make and fun to eat.