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Bacon Mushroom Risotto
Nothing says comfort like a big bowl of creamy risotto! Especially when it's made with bacon and mushroom. And the best part is that it take
Deana Thai
Mar 17, 20213 min read
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Bánh Xèo (Sizzling Crepes)
Airy, light and crispy crepes with a hint of coconut and turmeric are so delicious along with pork, shrimp and Vietnamese herbs.
Deana Thai
Feb 8, 20213 min read
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Pan Fried Lemongrass Pork
A rice plate with flavors from my childhood. Simply delicious and easily prepared! Rice plates are super comforting and delicious to...
Deana Thai
Feb 3, 20214 min read
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Instant Pot Bánh Canh Tôm Cua
"Vietnamese Shrimp & Crab Udon" in thick pork slurry soup broth. Golden savory goodness served with chewy noodles!
Deana Thai
Jan 1, 20216 min read
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Charcoal Grill Bacon Cheese Burgers
Nothing beats a craving for burgers like a homemade Bacon Cheese Burger! Tonight, I made homemade buns and organic ground beef patties to...
Deana Thai
Dec 9, 20202 min read
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Hủ Tiếu Satế Triều Châu
Vietnamese Beef Satế Noodle Soup - Pho Bò Satế - Hủ tiếu Satế Bò - Mì Bò Satay Have you ever heard of or had "Hủ Tiếu Satế Triều Châu"?...
Deana Thai
Dec 5, 20204 min read
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Instant Pot Leftover Turkey Phở
Making leftovers unforgettable! Turkey phở gives a whole new meaning and flavor palette to a bird that's traditionally dry and gamey!...
Deana Thai
Nov 28, 20202 min read
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Instant Pot Hủ Tiếu Nam Vang - Seafood & Pork Glass Noodle Soup
Hủ Tiếu Nam Vang is another one of those noodle soups you can find at a street market. It is a classic Southern Vietnamese dish with a pork
Deana Thai
Nov 13, 20204 min read
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Deana’s Grilled Skewered Beef & Shrimp
Growing up my parents always grilled meat on skewers on an electric grill. Us children would have to help assemble the skewers because there
Deana Thai
Oct 24, 20201 min read
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Airfry Thịt Heo Quay - Crackling Roasted Pork Belly
The key to success in creating this flaky crunchy crispy skin is in the preparation. The goal is to draw out as much moisture as possible be
Deana Thai
Oct 5, 20203 min read
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Instant Pot Bún Bò Huế
Bún Bò Huế is a spicy beef noodle soup that originated from the city of Huế in Vietnam. This savory bowl of food has a wonderful balance of
Deana Thai
Oct 1, 20205 min read
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Bò Bía Spring Rolls
Bò bía is a Vietnamese spring roll filled with fresh herbs, leafy lettuce, carrots, jicama, dried shrimps, eggs and Chinese sausage. It's an
Deana Thai
Sep 27, 20203 min read
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Bacon Kimchi Fried Rice
Bacon Kimchi fried rice is packed full of spicy savory flavors! If you love kimchi and bacon, this dish a balance of rich salty bacon flavor
Deana Thai
Sep 22, 20201 min read
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Cà Ri Gà - Vietnamese Coconut Chicken Curry - Southeast Asian Style
Vietnamese chicken curry, "Cà Ri Gà", is a hearty bowl of flavorful spices, tender root vegetables and chewy chicken!
Deana Thai
Jul 30, 20203 min read
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Phở Bò - Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup - Beef Phở
Phở is used to describe a dish consisting of flavorful broth, rice noodles, proteins (beef or chicken), and fresh herbs. Main flavors can de
Deana Thai
Jul 12, 20205 min read
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Vietnamese Fish Sauce Chicken Wings (Cánh Gà Chiên Nước Mắm)
Vietnamese fish sauce chicken and chicken wings are served in many Vietnamese restaurants as an appetizer or on a rice platter.
Deana Thai
Jun 30, 20203 min read
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Vietnamese Style Braised Pork & Soft Boiled Eggs (Thịt Kho Trứng)
Braised or caramelized pork and eggs, "Thịt Kho Trứng", is a traditional Vietnamese dish that can be made any day of the week. Each family h
Deana Thai
Jun 17, 20203 min read
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Bánh Ướt Cà Chua Trứng - Tomato & Egg With Rice Noodle Rolls
Stir fry tomatoes and eggs is a classic dish that can be found all over China. Today, I am using this dish to create a fusion masterpiece by
Deana Thai
Jun 14, 20202 min read
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Deana's Korean Style Fried Chicken
Nothing beats a night of K-Drama and Korean food to help me relax! Deana’s Korean Chicken Wings (Fried in oil or in airfryer.) I don’t...
Deana Thai
Jun 13, 20203 min read
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Deana's Red Tonkotsu Ramen Broth
One of the best parts of a bowl of ramen is the BROTH! Some are cooked for 14 hours or more. I do a minimum of 2 to 4 hours for most broths
Deana Thai
May 21, 20202 min read
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