13 recipes

Bún bò Huế
This bowl is rich, fiery, and intensely aromatic, with a broth layered from beef, pork, lemongrass, shrimp paste, and chilli oil. Thick rice vermicelli, tender slices of beef shank, and succulent pork hock make it hearty, while fresh herbs, sprouts, and lime keep every bite bright and lively.

Kuai Tiao Nam Tom Yum
This clear Thai noodle soup is bright, citrusy, and deeply fragrant despite its short cooking time. Tender rice noodles, bok choy, and mushrooms soak up a lemongrass-galangal broth that tastes clean, lively, and refreshing.

Ayam Percik
Ayam Percik is smoky, juicy grilled chicken coated in a rich coconut glaze bright with lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, and lime. The surface caramelizes into a savory-spicy lacquer while the meat stays tender and succulent, making it an excellent low-carb centerpiece.

Bò Kho
Bò Kho is a fragrant, savory beef stew with tender chunks of braised beef, sweet carrots, and a rich broth scented with lemongrass, star anise, and cinnamon. This version is streamlined for weeknight cooking but still delivers the dish's signature depth, warmth, and bright herbal finish.

Gà Nướng Sả Ớt
This grilled chicken is intensely aromatic, with lemongrass bringing bright citrus notes, chili adding gentle heat, and fish sauce delivering deep savory character. The exterior chars lightly and caramelizes while the inside stays juicy, making it a bold but fresh-tasting centerpiece.

Inasal na Manok
This grilled chicken is bright, smoky, tangy, and deeply savory, with lemongrass, ginger, and garlic worked into every bite. Annatto gives the meat its signature golden-red glow, while a final squeeze of calamansi makes it unmistakably lively and fresh.

Ikan Kuah Kuning
This comforting fish soup has a clear golden broth scented with turmeric, lemongrass, and galangal, with fresh bursts of tomato, chili, and lime. The fish stays tender and delicate, making it a light yet deeply satisfying dish that is ideal for a quick weeknight meal.

Pindang Ikan
Pindang Ikan is a bright, aromatic fish soup with a clear golden broth layered with tamarind tang, gentle sweetness, and the perfume of lemongrass and galangal. Tender pieces of fish, softened tomato, and fresh herbs make it light yet deeply satisfying.

Lẩu Dê
This fast, keto-friendly Lẩu Dê delivers tender goat in a deeply savory broth perfumed with lemongrass, garlic, shallot, and herbs. Fermented shrimp paste adds the dish’s characteristic bold depth, while fresh greens and a sharp dipping sauce keep every bite lively and balanced.

Tom Kha Gai
Tom Kha Gai is silky and fragrant, with tender slices of chicken suspended in a creamy coconut broth infused with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaf, and chili. The finish is bright with lime and fresh herbs, giving the soup a luxurious yet lively character.

Sup Udang Asam
Sup Udang Asam is a light yet deeply flavorful Indonesian prawn soup with a clear broth sharpened by tamarind and lifted by lemongrass and galangal. Sweet prawns, soft tomato, and spring onion make it both refreshing and comforting, with a clean sour-spicy finish.

Dau hu xa ot hat dieu
This quick stir-fry combines golden tofu with the bright perfume of lemongrass, gentle heat from chili, crisp vegetables, and buttery cashews. The sauce is light but savory, coating everything just enough to keep the dish fresh, fast, and deeply satisfying.

Bo Xao Sa Ot
Bo Xao Sa Ot is a fast, deeply aromatic stir-fry of tender beef with lemongrass, garlic, shallot, and chili. The beef is savory, lightly sweet, and glossy from quick caramelisation, making it especially good spooned over hot jasmine rice.