Vietnamese Cookbook

Ăn Chưa?

Every time I come home, my parents will ask “Ăn Chưa?”, meaning “Did you eat, yet?” Before I can answer, there is already food on the table for me. When I visit my in-laws and my friend’s home, I’ll be greeted the same way. Food is a love language. The dishes in this book will make you feel at home, whether its nourishing your loved ones or yourself.

Order Cookbook

✓ Authentic

✓ Delicious

Over 75 Vietnamese Recipes

Learn the Fundamentals of Vietnamese Cooking

Bún and Cơm Đĩa
Vermicelli & Rice Dishes

Master Vietnamese signature flavors.

BBQ Pork and Shrimp
Bún Tôm Thịt Nướng
Lemongrass Chicken Thighs
Gà Nướng Xả
Beef Stir-fry
Bún Bò Xào
Shrimp Paste Lemongrass Skewers Chạo Tôm
Vietnamese Grilled Pork Meatballs Bún Chả Hà Nội
Grilled BBQ Pork Sausage
Nem Nướng
Caramelized Ground Pork Bowl Thịt Băm
Fried Tofu with Fermented Shrimp Paste Sauce
Bún Đậu Mắm Tôm
Fried Tofu with Peanut Dressing
Đậu Hũ Chiên
Grilled Pork Chops, Broken Rice
Cơm Tấm Sườn Nướng
Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf
Chả Trứng

Home Away from Home: Soups, Braises and Stews

Tackle silky broths and succulent braises.

Beef Phở Rice Noodle Soup
Phở Bò
Chicken Phở Rice Noodle Soup Phở Gà
Vietnamese Crab Noodle Soup Bún Riêu Cua
Spicy Beef Noodle Soup
Bún Bò Huế
Quảng Style Turmeric Soup
Mì Quảng
Cambodian Phnom Penh Soup Hủ Tiếu Nam Vang
Tapioca Noodle Soup, Crab Bánh Canh Cua
Sour Seafood Soup
Canh Chua
Vietnamese Caramel Sauce
Nước Màu
Braised Pork with Eggs
Thịt Kho Trứng
Vietnamese Beef Stew
Bò Kho
Braised Ginger Chicken
Gà Kho Gừng
Caramelized Braised Salmon
Cá Kho
Vietnamese Chicken Curry
Cà Ri Gà
Braised Shiitake Mushrooms and Tofu
Đậu Hũ Kho Nấm

Queen of Bánh: All Things Batters and Doughs

Conquer finicky batters and doughs.

Bánh Mì Your Way
Pâté Chaud Meat Pastry
Bánh Pâté Sô
“Steamed” Rice Rolls
Bánh Cuốn
Savory Rice Flour Pudding
Bánh Đúc Nóng
Vietnamese Sizzling Crepes Bánh Xèo
Savory Mini Pancakes
Bánh Khọt
Steamed Rice Cakes Wet Style
Bánh Bèo
Shrimp & Pork Tapioca Dumplings⁠
Bánh Bột Lọc Trần
Mom’s Special Steamed Buns
Bánh Bao
Deep Fried Pillow Cakes
Bánh Gối
All-Purpose Vegan Mushroom Filling and Topping

Cooking with Love: “Đặc Biệt” Specials

Explore different cooking techniques.

Crispy Roasted Pork Belly
Thịt Heo Quay
Hoisin Chicken and Red Rice
Gà Rô Ti Cơm Đỏ
Char Siu Roasted BBQ Pork
Xá Xíu
Shaking Beef and Vietnamese Garlic Noodles
Thịt Bò Lúc Lắc, Mì Xào Tỏi
Hoisin Shrimp
Tôm Tương Đen
House Special Fried Rice
Cơm Chiên Đặc Biệt
Crispy Fried Noodles
Mì Xào Giòn/Dòn
Pan Fried Rice Noodles with Beef Stir-Fry
Phở Áp Chảo
Sticky Rice with Chinese Sausage
Xôi Lạp Xưởng
Turmeric and Dill Fish
Chả Cá Thăng Long

Food on the Streets of Vietnam: Appetizers, Snacks and Plates to Share

Learn how to make appetizer favorites.

Fresh Spring Rolls with Shrimp and Pork
Gỏi Cuốn
Fried Spring Rolls
Chả Giò / Nem Rán
Shrimp and Sweet Potato Fritters Bánh Tôm
Fish Sauce Fried Chicken Wings
Cánh Gà Chiên Nước Mắm
Pork Meatballs in Tomato Sauce Xíu Mại
Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp
Gỏi Đu Đủ Tôm
Beef Wrapped in Betel Leaves Bò Lá Lốt
Fried Pork Wontons
Hoành Thánh Chiên
Vietnamese Popcorn Chicken
Gà Chiên Rau Răm

Coming Full Circle: Classic Vietnamese Sweets

Try your hand at a variety of sweets.

Make Your Own Chè Bar
Pandan Crème Brûlée
Crème Brûlée Lá Dứa
Vietnamese Caramel Flan
Bánh Flan
Mooncake
Bánh Trung Thu
Vietnamese Iced Coffee
Cà Phê Sữa Đá
Vietnamese Egg Coffee
Cà Phê Trứng
Tom Collins with Preserved Salted Limes
Chanh Muối

The Essentials: Sauces, Dips & Condiments

Understanding how to make essential sauces, dips and condiments are just as important as the mains. Vietnamese cooking is delicious because of all the details and the balance of savoury, sweet, sour, spicy, and bitterness.

Nước Chấm Three Ways
Scallion Oil (Mỡ Hành)
Fried Shallots and Shallot Oil (Hành Phi)
Annatto Oil (Dầu Hạt Điều)
Sate Chili Oil (Tương Ớt Sa Tế)
Pickled Carrots and Daikon (Đồ Chua)
Pickled Cabbage and Carrots (Dưa Bắp Cải Cà Rốt)
Peanut Sauce (Tương Đậu Phộng)
Mom’s All-Purpose Sauce (Nước Tương)

“This piece of work is for my nieces, nephews and the next generation to keep in their hearts as they grow older. It’s to honor my parents and in-laws who inspire me. It’s to recognize refugees, and immigrants with similar but different stories. It’s for those who love Vietnamese food and the people behind it.”

Julie Mai Tran

Creator of Share My Roots

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the book in English?

YES, the entire cookbook is in English, but the title is in Vietnamese which I am very proud of. Although a bit risky, food is universal and speaks to all cultures. I’m proud that my publisher supported this decision to go ALL IN for a Vietnamese title! It shows today’s progress in supporting diversity.

It’s an opportunity for learning and educating across cultures. After all, if people are looking for a Vietnamese cookbook and love Vietnamese food, why not learn a tidbit about Vietnamese culture and the people behind the food as well! 🙂

Will there be a hardcover?

The cookbook is a paperback, but there are color photos for all the recipes!

When will the book be available?

The book is available for pre-order NOW! This really helps the book’s success as it helps show interest to the publisher and distributors who carry the book. This will also help it from getting discontinued. The official ship our release date is October 17, 2023.

Will there be a book tour?

Sorry to delay the schedule. My first and only book event so far is being held at Fattymart LA on Jan. 27 from 4-6pm. It is free, you get to sample 5 dishes from the book, get some free bookmarks, and live Q&A. Hope to see you all there!!!

How can I get a signed copy?

Please message me on instagram! Signed and personalized copies are $30 for US only, Shipments are once every 2 weeks because I only am able to make periodic trips to USPS due to my schedule. I can take venmo, paypal or chase payments. THANK YOU!

About the Author

Julie Mai Trần is a first-generation Vietnamese Chinese American who loves to eat, cook and travel. In 2019, she created Share My Roots, a blog focused on authentic and modern twists on Asian recipes with a focus on Vietnamese cooking. She shares her heritage through food, preserving stories representing the refugee and immigrant experience, in honor of her parents. Her aspiration is to encourage people to cook, connect people to their roots and shine a light on Vietnamese food, people and culture.

Her love for cooking is inspired by her mother, who showed love, compassion and strength through food. As a foodie at heart, she loves to experiment in the kitchen—whether it’s making classic dishes or creating something new influenced by her favorite restaurants.

Ăn Chưa? A Vietnamese Cookbook – Yes, it’s in English