Vietnamese - by Uyen Luu (Hardcover)

About the Book

"The Vietnamese way of asking, 'How are you?' is to say, 'Have you eaten rice yet?' Good, fresh food is central to the lives of Vietnamese people, who tend to eat for the love of eating. Life is nothing without the enjoyment of good food. In Vietnamese, Uyen Luu showcases the joy of Vietnamese cooking with over 85 of her tastiest recipes that are easy to whip up in your own home kitchen. From traditional recipes such as Beef Phâ¼ and Seafood Spring Rolls to modern dishes such as Soy Aubergines & Thai Basil and Fried Noodles & Greens, along with sweet treats such as Cráeme Caramel and Coconut Rice Pudding, each recipe aims to show the true ease and accessibility of Vietnamese food. With creative make-ahead ideas and recipe notes to help you to adapt the dishes to your needs, and stunning photography throughout, Vietnamese is perfect for anyone looking to learn and explore the basics of the Vietnamese cuisine."-- Back Cover.

Book Synopsis

Selected for Jamie Oliver's Cookbook Club

In Vietnamese, Uyen Luu demonstrates that Vietnamese food is just as easy to whip up as a bowl of pasta - all you need is a good bottle of fish sauce and a little enthusiasm!

Uyen shares over 85 of her tastiest recipes - some traditional, some with a modern twist - using ingredients that are available at your local supermarket.

Recipes include noodle soups, salads, family-style sharing plates, one-pot wonders and dinner-party showstoppers, which are all easy to prepare, adapt and enjoy. The recipes are impressive yet simple: try the Crispy Roast Pork Belly; Sea Bass in Tomato, Celery & Dill Broth; or Fried Noodles & Greens.

Vietnamese is filled with fuss-free, delicious recipes that are quick to prepare, and will have you eating Vietnamese meals on a regular basis.

About the Author

Uyen Luu is a food photographer and food stylist by day, and her work has been widely covered by mainstream press. She has been running a Vietnamese supper club since 2009, and also runs cooking classes. Uyen grew up in Hackney, London since her family moved there in the 80s as refugees. This is her second book.