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VIETNAMESE CARAMELIZED PORK BELLY (THIT KHO TAU) VIETNAMESE CARAMELIZED PORK BELLY (THIT KHO TAU) CFM5 1080x450

VIETNAMESE CARAMELIZED PORK BELLY (THIT KHO TAU)

Source: Delightful Plate

Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Belly (Thit kho tau) is classic comfort food of Viet families.This dish is very popular in Vietnamese households for everyday eating but is also traditionally served during Tet, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. The longer you cook the pork belly, the more tender it becomes. If you make this dish ahead, the fat will congeal on the surface, making it easier to remove, and a little healthier!

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VIETNAMESE FRIED SPRING ROLLS (NEM RAN/CHA GIO) VIETNAMESE FRIED SPRING ROLLS (NEM RAN/CHA GIO) CFM4 1080x450

VIETNAMESE FRIED SPRING ROLLS (NEM RAN/CHA GIO)

Source: Delightful Plate, Caroline’s Cooking

Vietnamese Fried Spring Rolls (Nem ran / Cha gio) have a delicious mix of crisp outside and tasty filling which includes noodles and pork. They make a great appetizer dipped in light nuoc cham sauce or added to other dishes.  This dish is a must in any traditional Vietnamese banquets or celebrations, especially in the Lunar New Year celebration of Vietnam. We’re sharing the authentic way to make them as well as tips to ensure they turn out golden and crispy.

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VIETNAMESE SQUARE STICKY RICE CAKE (BANH CHUNG) VIETNAMESE SQUARE STICKY RICE CAKE (BANH CHUNG) CFM3 1080x450

VIETNAMESE SQUARE STICKY RICE CAKE (BANH CHUNG)

Source: Delightful Plate

Vietnamese Square Sticky Rice Cake (Banh Chung or Chung cake) is a must-have in the Lunar New Year celebration of Vietnam. Despite being made from simple ingredients, this traditional cake tastes wonderful and has beautiful cultural meaning.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups long-grain sticky rice (about 1 lb or 450grams)
  • 9 oz split mung bean (about 250 grams)
  • 1 lb pork belly (450grams)
  • 5 1/4 teaspoons salt (divided)
  • 2 teaspoons freshly-cracked black pepper (or more)
  • 1 lb frozen banana leaves (450grams)

Directions

  • Step 1: Prepping work the night before

    – Soak the sticky rice in a lot of water.

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