Vietnamese Recipes

Grilled Shrimp on Sugar Cane – Chao Tom

A delightful appetizer from the Central part of Vietnam, Grilled Shrimps on Sugar Cane or Chao Tom has grown hugely popular all over Vietnam and the world, due to the succulent taste of grilled shrimp paste wrapped around sticks of sweet sugar cane. As a child, I was eagerly looking forward to special occasions where …

Nem Chua – Vietnamese Pickled Charcuterie

Imagine a sweet, sour, salty and spicy charcuterie with a chewy bite… Nem Chua is Vietnamese cured pork meat with a unique taste, traditionally wrapped in banana leaves and enjoyed during special occasions such as Têt (Lunar New Year). I made Nem Chua with cooked ham instead of raw meat, as safer for the home …