Authentic Recipes from Vietnam

Authentic Recipes from Vietnam

by HeinzVonHolzen (Photographer), TrieuThiChoi (Author), Marcel Isaak (Author)

Synopsis

This beautifully illustrated Vietnamese cookbook offers over 80 authentic, mouthwatering recipes and simple, accessible instructions along with a trove of information about the "world's healthiest food." Vietnamese food is fast emerging as one of the most popular of all Asian cuisines. Its emphasis on fresh herbs, raw vegetables and light seasonings makes it ideal for the health-conscious cook. This lavishly illustrated Vietnamese cookbook, gathered and photographed in Vietnam, examines the historical and regional influences that have shaped the cuisine and presents a selection of classic dishes. The easy-to-follow recipes present a diverse range of dishes from the country's major regions from Hanoi and the cooler north, to Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and all the points in between. Detailed information on Vietnamese ingredients and cooking techniques makes Authentic Recipes from Vietnam the perfect guide for anyone interested in the cuisine of this vibrant and bountiful country, where food is a daily celebration of life. Vietnamese recipes include:

  • Pork Rice Paper Rolls
  • Lotus Stem Salad with Shrimp
  • Clam Soup with Starfruit and Herbs
  • Fried Tofu with Lemongrass and Five Spice
  • Crabs with Tamarind Sauce
  • Braised Duck with Ginger
  • Pork Stewed in Coconut Juice
  • Slush Ice Lychee in Coconut Milk
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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 112
Publisher: Periplus Editions/Berkeley Books Pte Ltd
Published: 30 Sep 2005

ISBN 10: 0794603270
ISBN 13: 9780794603274

Media Reviews
If you want to get to know a country and its people, get to know their food. --The Bloomsbury Review
Author Bio
Recipes in this book were provided by Trieu Thi Choi and prepared by the chefs of the Saigon Floating Hotel, in Ho Chi Minh City, and coordinated by Marcel Isaak.