Learn the differences between two popular Vietnamese dishes: Banh Khot and Banh Xeo. While the batter of both dishes may be the same, there are some slight differences that distinguish each dish from one another. Banh Khot and Banh Xeo are delicious savory pancakes that have batters that are flash fried into a sizzling, crispy perfection on the outside, but…
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Difference Between Banh Khot and Banh Xeo
Roast Red Pork in Banh Mi (with pink color) – Recipe for Meat Marinade for Vietnamese Classic
Learn how to make the delicious authentic, Vietnamese pork shoulder used in Banh Mi, characterized by the pink and red surrounding the meat roast after baking. One of the delicious layers of the flavorful, simple, and classic Vietnamese Banh Mi is the roasted pork that has a tinge of red and pink coloration. While there are many flavorful layers inside…
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FAST Vietnamese Pickled Carrots and Daikon (Do Chua for Banh Mi)
This recipe for daikon and carrots provides the authentic banh mi experience in order to get that crunch. This easy to make, slightly sweet pickled daikon radishes and carrots are a delicious treat, and not just for banh mi. Vietnamese pickled daikon and carrots add a crunchy tang to banh mi sandwiches. These pickled daikon and carrots are versatile and…
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Pate for Vietnamese Banh Mi – What is a good store purchased brand to buy?
Vietnamese Banh Mi is a delicious sandwich that has a very unique ingredient in it called pate. Pate is often hard to find at western grocery stores, so I’m going to share with you the brand of pate I use to make Vietnamese Banh Mi. If you have ever wondered how you can recreate your favorite Vietnamese sandwich at home,…
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The Ultimate Guide to Laos Herbs and Vegetables
Learn the various types of Laotian herbs that are used in cooking. I share with you a specific list of common herbs that are used as well as links to some recipes that use them. When you go to an Asian market for the first time, you might be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of various herbs that you’ll see…
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