Vietnamese food is the reason feedthepudge exists. These are the dishes I grew up eating: the ones my mom made with love, and the ones that bring me so much comfort and joy.
Here you’ll find slow simmered noodle soups like twelve hour oxtail pho, spicy bun bo hue and bun rieu. You’ll also find crispy banh mi, comforting rice plates, fresh salads and everyday home cooking you won’t see on most restaurant menus.
Vietnamese cooking can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Every recipe here is written to be approachable, with clear steps, ingredient swaps and tips for finding what you need at your local Asian market. Whether you’re cooking your first pot of pho or recreating a taste of home, you’re in the right place. Grab your fish sauce and let’s cook.
Xá xíu is one of my favorite pork preparations! It’s sweet, savory and sticky. In my household we don’t use red dye 40 due to some of the negative connotations associated, so the fermented red bean curd is absolutely crucial to impart both flavor and a […]
Back in 2016, when I was first starting off food Instagram, I met my homie Young Cho, who at the time was running a Korean-Vietnamese-Mexican fusion joint out of a convenience store called Phorale. Phorale was slanging Vietnamese sandwiches with beef bulgogi and Korean fried […]
Thịt Kho Tiêu was my absolute favorite childhood meal, and it’s not to be confused with one of the other varieties of Vietnamese braised pork like thịt kho trứng or thịt kho trứng cút. While they do share some similarities, the sauce is different, the […]
Is there anything more comforting than wonton noodle soup? The broth is light but also has a subtle complexity from the usage of both pork bones and rehydrated dried shrimp. Make sure you check out my wonton recipe to learn how to make those first. […]
Wontons originate from China, and with their occupation of Vietnam for thousands of years, inevitably, part of the culture and food became intertwined. Wontons, however, arrived in Vietnam sometime in the 19th century when Chinese immigrants settled there, bringing along their culinary traditions. Chinese wontons […]
There must be at least six or seven variations of Vietnamese braised pork belly—and this Thịt Kho Trứng Cút is arguably my favorite—just don’t tell the other ones! Growing up, we hardly ever used fresh quail eggs, and I can’t even begin to imagine how […]
Đồ Chua is a staple in Vietnamese cuisine and is an important side dish in many dishes like vermicelli bowls, rice plates, Vietnamese sandwiches, and more. It’s super quick and easy to put together and adds the perfect crunch. This is a foundational recipe in […]
Hu Tieu Mi Kho is a popular Vietnamese dish that combines elements of Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine. It’s a meal that combines delicate rice and egg noodles, flavorful pork, shrimp, and a balanced sauce that perfectly ties all the elements together. Unlike traditional soup-based noodle […]
Nước Chấm is the king of all Vietnamese dipping sauces and is used in numerous dishes like bánh xèo (Vietnamese savory crepes), bún thịt nướng (vermicelli bowls), spring rolls and so much more. Every family has their own recipe for this dipping sauce, but for […]
Nui Sườn Heo is an incredibly homey noodle soup that’s prefect for the winter season or if you’re feeling a bit under the weather. The broth is light, has a subtle sweetness from the carrots and daikon and nourishing for the soul. I didn’t have […]
Welcome to feedthepudge! I was originally born in Saigon, Vietnam and my family and I spent some time at a refugee camp in the Philippines. We eventually immigrated to Seattle in the 90's, where I've spent most of my life. I created feedthepudge as a vehicle for me to share my love of culture and food, while passing on my family's recipes and stories. Most of the recipes shared are Vietnamese dishes I grew up eating, but definitely not limited to just that - I'll also be sharing some of my favorites along the way!