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Tag Archives: Andrea Nguyen
N is for Nghệ / Turmeric
“After women give birth,” my Vietnamese mother-in-law explained, “they get coldness. Turmeric heats the body and protects against colds or flu. Also,” she said, “turmeric makes the skin soft and beautiful again. Any woman who just had a baby should apply a turmeric … Continue reading
Posted in A to Z, Cooking, Food, Viet Nam
Tagged Andrea Nguyen, Eating Asia, Kim Fay, Leela Punyaratabandhu, Nicole Routhier, She Simmers, Turmeric
9 Comments
B is for buns: bánh bao
Bánh bao is the Vietnamese version of the fluffy, steamed filled bun so popular in Asian cultures (and Western ones too!) A fresh steamed bun is a delight. I made these ones a few weeks ago. From Chinese bāozi and Pinoy … Continue reading
Posted in A to Z, Cooking, Food, Viet Nam
Tagged Andrea Nguyen, banh bao, blog tour, Tracey Lister, Vietnamese food
15 Comments
A is for Annatto Seeds
Big A, little a, what begins with A? According to Dr. Seuss’s ABC, “Aunt Annie’s alligator …. A . . a . . A” I used to read that book to my nieces when they were little. We all still … Continue reading
Posted in A to Z, Cooking, Food, Viet Nam
Tagged Andrea Nguyen, Annatto, Mai Pham, Vietnamese ingredients
18 Comments