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Southeast Asian

Plant-Based Vietnamese Cooking Takes Center Stage in This New Cookbook

Helen Lê puts a meat-free spin on pho, bánh xèo, bún bò Huế and numerous classics dishes from across the country. 

Vegan Bánh Mì

This vegan bánh mì is layered with marinated tofu and seitan flavored with char siu seasoning mix, plus a bean-based vegan pâté.

Chili Jam

This Vietnamese chili jam is sweet and slightly spicy, and it is especially delicious with noodle dishes.

Vegan Pho

A rich vegetable broth, slightly sweetened with fruit, is the base of this comforting vegan pho.

New Orleans Coffee and Chicory in the Vietnamese Style

This recipe will help you recreate the excellent coffee and chicory from Ba Mien Vietnamese restaurant in New Orleans.

These 3 Thai Recipes Take Salads to Sour, Sweet, Spicy Heights

As long as you hit the right balance of bright, savory, and funky notes, anything can be a salad.

Som Thum Tua-Thai (Som-Thum-Style Green Beans)

The texture and flavor of green beans make a great swap for green papaya in this Thai salad.

Yum Khai Dao (Fried Egg Salad)

This Thai salad highlights bold, bright flavors, pairing lacy fried eggs, a punchy dressing, and fresh vegetables.

Vegetarian Bánh Cuốn With Mushrooms, Asparagus, and Pumpkin

These Vietnamese rice noodle rolls, or bánh cuốn, get filled with roasted pumpkin and sautéed vegetables.

Hoành Thánh Chay (Vegetarian Wontons)

These versatile vegetarian wontons are great deep-fried, poached or steamed—enjoyed them with lots of sauce and a side of blanched greens.

Tofu and Tomatoes With Spinach and Basil

Sizzling, juicy tomatoes with tofu is a popular dish at the Vietnamese table—it has a wonderful umami and is quick and easy to prepare.

Hanoi Grilled Chicken Banh Mi

To make this chicken banh mi, grill the tangy-salty chicken over an open flame for a nice charred flavor.

Microwaved Eggplant With Smoky Green Onion Oil

The secret to soft and sweet eggplant? Toss it in the microwave.

Lemongrass Tempeh Crumbles

This dish may look meaty, but these lemongrass tempeh crumbles are vegan with a citrusy and spicy edge.

Green Mango, Cabbage, and Jicama Salad

Cutting out the protein not only makes this green mango salad less fussy (read: faster to make) but also highlights the tropical flavor combinations.

Oven-Fried Crispy Shiitake Imperial Rolls

Yes, you can make shatteringly crispy imperial rolls by blasting them with heat in the oven or an air fryer.

Yellow Rice

Turmeric gives this rice its vivid color and earthy flavor.