Let’s collectively unpack some of the childhood trauma together y’all! Like many Vietnamese kids, I absolutely hated this bittermelon soup; whenever my mom made it, I’d always pick out the meatballs, discard the bittermelon, and never touch the soup. As a kid, the bitter notes […]
Cha gio or Vietnamese egg rolls, are crispy, golden delights filled with a savory mixture of meat, vegetables, and spices. They are more than just a dish; they symbolize celebration and togetherness in Vietnamese culture, served during family gatherings, special occasions, and everyday meals. Everybody […]
This Chả Lụa Kho is an absolutely perfect weekday recipe because it only takes a handful of ingredients and less than fifteen minutes to make! What is Chả Lụa? Cha Lua is a Vietnamese ham made with pork, wrapped in banana leaves, and steamed; typically […]
From the jump Bánh xèo has been my most requested dish to make, and it’s finally here y’all. This is the easiest, most fool-proof way to make delicious and crispy bánh xèo! What is Banh Xeo? Banh Xeo is a popular Vietnamese dish that translates […]
I have such fond memories of bánh canh cua from my childhood because growing up, my church would host a summer festival every year called hội chợ hè, where community organizations and local businesses would set up various vendor stalls to raise money for the […]
After a night of excessive drinking in my 20’s, I woke up incredibly hungover. At that moment, for whatever reason, I was craving Bún Bò Huế, so I hit up my best friend and asked if he wanted to go to Hoàng Lan, which, in […]
This is one of my favorite Vietnamese noodle soups, and it’s honestly one of the most underrated ones too! Here in the States, mi quang tends to get overshadowed by the more popular pho, bun bo hue, and even bun rieu, and in my opinion, […]
A true Vietnamese homecooked meal is not complete without a side of soup! Growing up, dinner time for me usually consisted of a braised protein dish like gà kho gừng (ginger braised chicken), or thịt kho trứng (braised pork belly and eggs), some vegetables like […]
The last time I visited Vietnam was back in 2008, and I was staying with a relative near Ho Chi Minh City. My aunt and uncle lived on a busy street above their storefront, surrounded by other shops, restaurants, and food hawkers with push carts.Right […]
Bún Mọc is actually one of my mom’s favorite noodle soups to make because unlike phở or bún bò huế, which can take hours and hours to make, bún mọc actually comes together relatively quickly, while still being absolutely delicious. What the heo is Bún […]
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!