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VIETNAMESE BO LA LOT

VIETNAMESE BO LA LOT by Linda Tay Esposito

This is a very tasty Vietnamese appetizer and part of the famous "bo 7 mon" Vietnamese menu of eating 7 different types of beef dishes. Beef 7 ways. No holy cow here. The skewers of little green parcels of beef make a lovely presentation. La lot is a type of Asian herb - a large shiny heart-shaped leaf which gives a peppery,…

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Caramelized Soy and Lemongrass Spareribs

Caramelized Soy and Lemongrass Spareribs by Henry Moline

I like this Vietnamese-inspired recipe because the Caramelized Lemongrass Marinade combines sweet and salty flavors with lemongrass. The sugar is first caramelized, which gives the ribs a nice crust. This marinade is well suited to both smoking and grilling. Serve these ribs with Chinese Coleslaw and Curried Potato Wedges or jasmine…

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Shaking Beef (Bo Luc Lac)

Shaking Beef (Bo Luc Lac) by Charles Phan

This is a very popular dish that I enjoy serving. It serves 4 as part of a multi-course meal

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Caramelized Lemongrass Marinade

Caramelized Lemongrass Marinade by Henry Moline

This recipe is widely used by grilled-food vendors in Vietnam. This marinade’s sweet lemony flavor greatly enhances the taste of grilled food. It is well suited to chicken, beef and lamb.

1 vote
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Bun Mi Burgers

Bun Mi Burgers by Chef Smith

The Bun Mi (Bánh mì) sandwich originated from the French colonization of Vietnam. Only the rich were able to afford these gourmet sandwiches because all the butter, pate, and ham were imported at that time. After the French departure in 1954, the Vietnamese learned the baking techniques, made smaller baguettes and incorporated…

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