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Error code: DatasetGenerationCastError
Exception: DatasetGenerationCastError
Message: An error occurred while generating the dataset
All the data files must have the same columns, but at some point there are 1 new columns ({'text'}) and 5 missing columns ({'input', 'instruction', 'domain', 'output', 'language'}).
This happened while the json dataset builder was generating data using
hf://datasets/jakeveo05/gpt-knowledge-base/training_ready/pretrain_gpt.jsonl (at revision 7dacadeb4cccf4c1f90ba5fed3bd83d6e3b15b08)
Please either edit the data files to have matching columns, or separate them into different configurations (see docs at https://hf.co/docs/hub/datasets-manual-configuration#multiple-configurations)
Traceback: Traceback (most recent call last):
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/builder.py", line 1831, in _prepare_split_single
writer.write_table(table)
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/arrow_writer.py", line 714, in write_table
pa_table = table_cast(pa_table, self._schema)
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/table.py", line 2272, in table_cast
return cast_table_to_schema(table, schema)
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/table.py", line 2218, in cast_table_to_schema
raise CastError(
datasets.table.CastError: Couldn't cast
text: string
to
{'instruction': Value('string'), 'input': Value('string'), 'output': Value('string'), 'domain': Value('string'), 'language': Value('string')}
because column names don't match
During handling of the above exception, another exception occurred:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "/src/services/worker/src/worker/job_runners/config/parquet_and_info.py", line 1339, in compute_config_parquet_and_info_response
parquet_operations = convert_to_parquet(builder)
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "/src/services/worker/src/worker/job_runners/config/parquet_and_info.py", line 972, in convert_to_parquet
builder.download_and_prepare(
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/builder.py", line 894, in download_and_prepare
self._download_and_prepare(
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/builder.py", line 970, in _download_and_prepare
self._prepare_split(split_generator, **prepare_split_kwargs)
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/builder.py", line 1702, in _prepare_split
for job_id, done, content in self._prepare_split_single(
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
File "/usr/local/lib/python3.12/site-packages/datasets/builder.py", line 1833, in _prepare_split_single
raise DatasetGenerationCastError.from_cast_error(
datasets.exceptions.DatasetGenerationCastError: An error occurred while generating the dataset
All the data files must have the same columns, but at some point there are 1 new columns ({'text'}) and 5 missing columns ({'input', 'instruction', 'domain', 'output', 'language'}).
This happened while the json dataset builder was generating data using
hf://datasets/jakeveo05/gpt-knowledge-base/training_ready/pretrain_gpt.jsonl (at revision 7dacadeb4cccf4c1f90ba5fed3bd83d6e3b15b08)
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Summarize this business insight: | Nanodegree Program Syllabus
I N D I V I D U A L L E A R N E R S
Artificial Intelligence
for Trading
S C H O O L O F A R T I F I C I A L I N T E L L I G E N C E
Artificial Intelligence for Trading 2
Overview
In this program, learners will analyze real data and build financial models for trading. Whether learners want ... | This passage discusses: Nanodegree Program Syllabus
I N D I V I D U A L L E A R N E R S
Artificial Intelligence
for Trading
S C H O O L O F A R T I F I C I A L I N T E L L I G E N C E
Artificial Intelligence for Trading 2
Overview
In this program, learners will analyze real data and build financial models for trading... | kinh_doanh | en |
Summarize this business insight: | Artificial Intelligence for Trading 7
Factor Investing & Alpha Research
In this course, you will learn about alpha factors and risk factors, and construct a portfolio with advanced portfolio
optimization techniques.
Multi-Factor Model
In this project, learners will research and generate multiple alpha factors. Then th... | This passage discusses: Artificial Intelligence for Trading 7
Factor Investing & Alpha Research
In this course, you will learn about alpha factors and risk factors, and construct a portfolio with advanced portfolio
optimization techniques.
Multi-Factor Model
In this project, learners will research and generate multipl... | kinh_doanh | en |
Summarize this business insight: | Artificial Intelligence for Trading 12
Simulating Trades with Historical Data
In this project, learners will build a fairly realistic backtester that uses the Barra data. The backtester will perform portfolio
optimization that includes transaction costs, and learners will implement it with computational efficiency in ... | This passage discusses: Artificial Intelligence for Trading 12
Simulating Trades with Historical Data
In this project, learners will build a fairly realistic backtester that uses the Barra data. The backtester will perform portfolio
optimization that includes transaction costs, and learners will implement it with comp... | kinh_doanh | en |
Summarize this business insight: | Artificial Intelligence for Trading 16
Udacity’s learning
experience
Knowledge
Find answers to your questions with Knowledge,
our proprietary wiki. Search questions asked by
other students, connect with technical mentors,
and discover how to solve the challenges that
you encounter.
Workspaces
See your code in act... | This passage discusses: Artificial Intelligence for Trading 16
Udacity’s learning
experience
Knowledge
Find answers to your questions with Knowledge,
our proprietary wiki. Search questions asked by
other students, connect with technical mentors,
and discover how to solve the challenges that
you encounter.
Workspa... | kinh_doanh | en |
Summarize and explain this content: | So let’s start with the simple step which is asking yourself:
“Why am I learning this language?”
Some consider language as a form of knowledge. And to understand any culture to the fullest, you should learn the language.
Now, let’s discover the HOW.
Please keep in mind that learning a language is hard by all means. It ... | This passage discusses: So let’s start with the simple step which is asking yourself:
“Why am I learning this language?”
Some consider language as a form of knowledge. And to understand any culture to the fullest, you should learn the language.
Now, let’s discover the HOW.
Please keep in mind that learning a language i... | misc | en |
Summarize and explain this content: | But don’t rush yourself into a conversation too soon.
It’s been said that there is no better way to immerse yourself in the target language than practicing speaking with a native speaker. Ironically, in order to participate in a language exchange, you must have a conversational level where you can hold a conversation.W... | This passage discusses: But don’t rush yourself into a conversation too soon.
It’s been said that there is no better way to immerse yourself in the target language than practicing speaking with a native speaker. Ironically, in order to participate in a language exchange, you must have a conversational level where you c... | misc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | ALSO AVAILABLE
Acknowledgments
In writing this book I have been taken on another wonderful and
unique journey. Not only have I discovered more delicious dishes, I
have also learnt so much more about the rich history and culture of
colonial Vietnam. I am always amazed and appreciative as to where the
love of food has t... | This passage discusses: ALSO AVAILABLE
Acknowledgments
In writing this book I have been taken on another wonderful and
unique journey. Not only have I discovered more delicious dishes, I
have also learnt so much more about the rich history and culture of
colonial Vietnam. I am always amazed and appreciative as to wher... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | many of our friends have passed, so we make sure we catch up every
morning for our walk. Afterwards we usually head to our friend’s charcuterie
store to buy freshly baked baguettes and pâté for our families.’
Baguettes and pâté… The French had such a profound impact on the
Vietnamese way of life yet I’ve never stopped ... | This passage discusses: many of our friends have passed, so we make sure we catch up every
morning for our walk. Afterwards we usually head to our friend’s charcuterie
store to buy freshly baked baguettes and pâté for our families.’
Baguettes and pâté… The French had such a profound impact on the
Vietnamese way of life... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | I arrive in time to catch the quirky sight of thirty or so men and women, all
over the age of fifty, strutting their stuff to the beat, doing the cha-cha-cha,
salsa and the lambada. The dancers are assembled in small groups, taking
their cues from each dance leader, and I can’t help but laugh with joy at such
a sight. ... | This passage discusses: I arrive in time to catch the quirky sight of thirty or so men and women, all
over the age of fifty, strutting their stuff to the beat, doing the cha-cha-cha,
salsa and the lambada. The dancers are assembled in small groups, taking
their cues from each dance leader, and I can’t help but laugh wi... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Madame Van at the Metropole
A VINTAGE CITROËN TRACTION PULLS UP IN THE sweeping
entrance of a grand building. The doorman, wearing a black suit and white
gloves, opens the car door and helps his guests out, leaving their Louis
Vuitton suitcases for the porter. He ushers them inside where they are
greeted by elegant fem... | This passage discusses: Madame Van at the Metropole
A VINTAGE CITROËN TRACTION PULLS UP IN THE sweeping
entrance of a grand building. The doorman, wearing a black suit and white
gloves, opens the car door and helps his guests out, leaving their Louis
Vuitton suitcases for the porter. He ushers them inside where they ar... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | made stocks, we used to add uncooked vegetables for a clear soup, but now,
for our beef broth in particular, we chargrill or roast the vegetables before we
add them to the pot — this is a typical French technique.
‘There is a dish that I cook often, bo sot vang, which is beef cooked in rice
wine. The Vietnamese never u... | This passage discusses: made stocks, we used to add uncooked vegetables for a clear soup, but now,
for our beef broth in particular, we chargrill or roast the vegetables before we
add them to the pot — this is a typical French technique.
‘There is a dish that I cook often, bo sot vang, which is beef cooked in rice
wine... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Duck à l’orange
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
This Vietnamese adaptation of the classic French dish
is amazingly moreish, and I actually prefer it to the
traditional version. Try to source fresh young coconut
water for this recipe, because the tinned variety has a
bit of added sugar, which will make the dish far ... | This passage discusses: Duck à l’orange
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
This Vietnamese adaptation of the classic French dish
is amazingly moreish, and I actually prefer it to the
traditional version. Try to source fresh young coconut
water for this recipe, because the tinned variety has a
bit of added sugar, which... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Truong Dinh Tuyen and his wife
The Old Quarter is the historic heart of Hanoi, home to thousands of years
of history. Hanoi sits on the right bank of the Red River, so named for its
reddish-brown colour, but the river once ran through the city centre, down
canals and winding waterways, which were built to allow cargo b... | This passage discusses: Truong Dinh Tuyen and his wife
The Old Quarter is the historic heart of Hanoi, home to thousands of years
of history. Hanoi sits on the right bank of the Red River, so named for its
reddish-brown colour, but the river once ran through the city centre, down
canals and winding waterways, which wer... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Wow! The dish has everything: great colours, wonderful textures, varying
temperatures and incredible contrasting flavours. The dill is abundant but
subtle and the turmeric and galangal are very well balanced — not
overpowering at all. This dish may well become one of my favourite
Hanoian dishes.
The... | This passage discusses: Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Wow! The dish has everything: great colours, wonderful textures, varying
temperatures and incredible contrasting flavours. The dill is abundant but
subtle and the turmeric and galangal are very well balanced — not
overpowering at all. This dish may well become one of my favou... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Slow–cooked oxtail and beef brisket in
aromatic spices
SERVES 6–8 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
This is a great example of how the Vietnamese have
turned a traditional French stew into a classic
Vietnamese dish. There are many versions of bo kho
throughout Vietnam, and this one is the northern
version. I use sarsaparilla in... | This passage discusses: Slow–cooked oxtail and beef brisket in
aromatic spices
SERVES 6–8 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
This is a great example of how the Vietnamese have
turned a traditional French stew into a classic
Vietnamese dish. There are many versions of bo kho
throughout Vietnam, and this one is the northern
versio... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | The last of the Mohicans
I STEP ONTO THE STREET OUTSIDE MR TUYEN’S restaurant, the
number for his old friend on a piece of paper in my hand. I decide to call her
straight away. Her name is Delphine and she agrees to see me. She lives only
ten minutes away and I’m excited at the thought of soon meeting her.
I hurry down... | This passage discusses: The last of the Mohicans
I STEP ONTO THE STREET OUTSIDE MR TUYEN’S restaurant, the
number for his old friend on a piece of paper in my hand. I decide to call her
straight away. Her name is Delphine and she agrees to see me. She lives only
ten minutes away and I’m excited at the thought of soon m... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Madame Delphine’s family villa
‘My birth name is Ho Thi Thuy Tan. I was born in 1932 into a very noble
family. My grandparents were the king and queen of Tonkin and Annam. My
grandfather governed all of the northern areas and was the head of the largest
French college in Vietnam, called Albert Sarraut College, named af... | This passage discusses: Madame Delphine’s family villa
‘My birth name is Ho Thi Thuy Tan. I was born in 1932 into a very noble
family. My grandparents were the king and queen of Tonkin and Annam. My
grandfather governed all of the northern areas and was the head of the largest
French college in Vietnam, called Albert S... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Chargrilled jumbo garlic prawns with green
papaya
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
When chargrilling or deep–frying prawns, I always
leave the head and tail intact as I enjoy their crispy
texture. Please be adventurous and give it a go.
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon ligh... | This passage discusses: Chargrilled jumbo garlic prawns with green
papaya
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
When chargrilling or deep–frying prawns, I always
leave the head and tail intact as I enjoy their crispy
texture. Please be adventurous and give it a go.
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon fish... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Beef sirloin wok–tossed with garlic and green
peppercorns
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
When the French arrived in Vietnam, they were
surprised to see that the locals did not eat beef often,
as cows were regarded mainly as working animals.
This recipe is the Vietnamese version of the popular
French dish, pepper s... | This passage discusses: Beef sirloin wok–tossed with garlic and green
peppercorns
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
When the French arrived in Vietnam, they were
surprised to see that the locals did not eat beef often,
as cows were regarded mainly as working animals.
This recipe is the Vietnamese version of the popul... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | country. The costs of having French officials and military here were very
high and who do you think paid for all that? The Vietnamese people did —
my grandparents, your grandparents — with outrageously high taxes.
‘Now if you think that was criminal. In 1902 the French decided to
monopolise the making and selling of al... | This passage discusses: country. The costs of having French officials and military here were very
high and who do you think paid for all that? The Vietnamese people did —
my grandparents, your grandparents — with outrageously high taxes.
‘Now if you think that was criminal. In 1902 the French decided to
monopolise the ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | The Vietnamese people have taken all things
great from China, France and America and have
adapted them into their own culture.
Cuong shakes my hand and smiles. ‘I apologise if I got worked up,’ he
says. ‘All my ancestors have always experienced famine and poverty, many
were slaves to French rubber companies, some fough... | This passage discusses: The Vietnamese people have taken all things
great from China, France and America and have
adapted them into their own culture.
Cuong shakes my hand and smiles. ‘I apologise if I got worked up,’ he
says. ‘All my ancestors have always experienced famine and poverty, many
were slaves to French rubb... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Remove the upper shell of the crab, pick off the gills, which look like little
fingers, and discard them. Clean the crab under running water and drain.
Place the crab on its stomach and chop the crab in half lengthways with a
heavy cleaver. Now chop each half into 4 pieces, chopping each piece
behind each leg. With the... | This passage discusses: Remove the upper shell of the crab, pick off the gills, which look like little
fingers, and discard them. Clean the crab under running water and drain.
Place the crab on its stomach and chop the crab in half lengthways with a
heavy cleaver. Now chop each half into 4 pieces, chopping each piece
b... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | ‘What is all this for?’ I ask him.
‘It’s for my mother’s pho broth. We have to prepare it now so it’s ready for
our noodle stall tomorrow morning. Come back at 6 am and it’ll be ready
then.’
I remember Madame Van from the Metropole telling me how Vietnamese
cooks have adapted to the French technique of chargrilling the... | This passage discusses: ‘What is all this for?’ I ask him.
‘It’s for my mother’s pho broth. We have to prepare it now so it’s ready for
our noodle stall tomorrow morning. Come back at 6 am and it’ll be ready
then.’
I remember Madame Van from the Metropole telling me how Vietnamese
cooks have adapted to the French techn... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
8 cloves
5 star anise
2 x 10 cm (4 inch) pieces of cassia bark
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
40 cm (16 inch) square muslin cloth
METHOD
Fill a large saucepan with cold water, add 3 tablespoons of the salt, then
submerge the oxtail in the water. Soak for 1 hour, then dra... | This passage discusses: 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
8 cloves
5 star anise
2 x 10 cm (4 inch) pieces of cassia bark
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
40 cm (16 inch) square muslin cloth
METHOD
Fill a large saucepan with cold water, add 3 tablespoons of the salt, then
submerge the oxtail in the water. S... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Mrs Chan’s 150-year-old charcuterie
store
I AM WALKING AIMLESSLY UP AND DOWN Hang Bong Street in
the scorching heat, and have been doing so for twenty minutes now,
desperately searching for Madame Delphine’s favourite charcuterie store.
I’m about ready to give up.
I gulp down some more water and pour the rest over my h... | This passage discusses: Mrs Chan’s 150-year-old charcuterie
store
I AM WALKING AIMLESSLY UP AND DOWN Hang Bong Street in
the scorching heat, and have been doing so for twenty minutes now,
desperately searching for Madame Delphine’s favourite charcuterie store.
I’m about ready to give up.
I gulp down some more water and... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Chicken and pork liver pâté
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Pàté is found everywhere throughout Vietnam,
seemingly on every street corner, and always served
with a crisp baguette, another culinary legacy of the
French occupation.
INGREDIENTS
200 g (7 oz) pork livers
200 g (7 oz) chicken livers
100 g (3½ oz) butter,... | This passage discusses: Chicken and pork liver pâté
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Pàté is found everywhere throughout Vietnam,
seemingly on every street corner, and always served
with a crisp baguette, another culinary legacy of the
French occupation.
INGREDIENTS
200 g (7 oz) pork livers
200 g (7 oz) chicken live... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Chef Didier Corlou
IT’S 5 PM AND THE SUN IS BEGINNING TO set. It’s the perfect time
to chat to a chef: lunch service is finished and preparations for dinner are
almost complete. The evening sky is a stunning purplish pink and there’s a
rare cool breeze in the air, so I decide to walk. I’m on my way to meet Didier
Corlo... | This passage discusses: Chef Didier Corlou
IT’S 5 PM AND THE SUN IS BEGINNING TO set. It’s the perfect time
to chat to a chef: lunch service is finished and preparations for dinner are
almost complete. The evening sky is a stunning purplish pink and there’s a
rare cool breeze in the air, so I decide to walk. I’m on my ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | times of poor health, but nowadays it is eaten at any time of day, most often
as street food. While pho is known andloved all over Vietnam, it is claimed
that Hanoi is the best place to go for pho.
As I had suspected, the exact origins of pho are a mystery and no one
seems to know for sure if it wasa Vietnamese creatio... | This passage discusses: times of poor health, but nowadays it is eaten at any time of day, most often
as street food. While pho is known andloved all over Vietnam, it is claimed
that Hanoi is the best place to go for pho.
As I had suspected, the exact origins of pho are a mystery and no one
seems to know for sure if it... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Stephan, Tin and the Green Tangerine
HANOI ON A SATURDAY NIGHT — I HAVE NEVER seen anything
like it. The streets are heaving with people and motorbikes. It’s anarchy on
the roads: the motorised do as they please, riding up onto the footpaths,
honking their horns and bullying the pedestrians out of their way. I am one
o... | This passage discusses: Stephan, Tin and the Green Tangerine
HANOI ON A SATURDAY NIGHT — I HAVE NEVER seen anything
like it. The streets are heaving with people and motorbikes. It’s anarchy on
the roads: the motorised do as they please, riding up onto the footpaths,
honking their horns and bullying the pedestrians out ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | I left my job and began to cook more and more,
re-creating all the wonderful food my parents
cooked in France, using imported French
ingredients to cook Vietnamese food.
‘The only positive thing we knew about Vietnam was its food. Every day,
my parents used French ingredients to cook authentic Vietnamese dishes.
As I g... | This passage discusses: I left my job and began to cook more and more,
re-creating all the wonderful food my parents
cooked in France, using imported French
ingredients to cook Vietnamese food.
‘The only positive thing we knew about Vietnam was its food. Every day,
my parents used French ingredients to cook authentic V... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | cover with the lid. Sit the steamer over a wok or saucepan of rapidly boiling
water and steam for 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Meanwhile, blanch the spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds, then
refresh in iced water and drain. Divide the spinach leaves over the remaining
four 12 cm (4½ inch) pastry cutters, overla... | This passage discusses: cover with the lid. Sit the steamer over a wok or saucepan of rapidly boiling
water and steam for 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Meanwhile, blanch the spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds, then
refresh in iced water and drain. Divide the spinach leaves over the remaining
four 12 cm (4½ inch... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Fried chocolate truffles with pink pepper
SERVES 4–6
This is one of Green Tangerine’s signature desserts. It
would have to be the most unusual chocolate dessert I
have ever seen, which is why I love it!
TRUFFLES
100 g (3½ oz) dark chocolate, chopped
30 ml (1 fl oz) thickened cream
20 g (¾ oz) unsalted butter
1 teaspoon... | This passage discusses: Fried chocolate truffles with pink pepper
SERVES 4–6
This is one of Green Tangerine’s signature desserts. It
would have to be the most unusual chocolate dessert I
have ever seen, which is why I love it!
TRUFFLES
100 g (3½ oz) dark chocolate, chopped
30 ml (1 fl oz) thickened cream
20 g (¾ oz) un... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Vietnamese workers and their French employer
In 1893, Swiss-born French physician Dr Alexandre Yersin, a protégé of
Dr Louis Pasteur, visited the region, its ever green trees and hills reminding
him of his homeland. So enamoured was he of the town’s charms, he
recommended the French colonial administration form a healt... | This passage discusses: Vietnamese workers and their French employer
In 1893, Swiss-born French physician Dr Alexandre Yersin, a protégé of
Dr Louis Pasteur, visited the region, its ever green trees and hills reminding
him of his homeland. So enamoured was he of the town’s charms, he
recommended the French colonial adm... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | in crisp starched whites and a very tall chef’s hat, comes out to check on my
meal. His name is Linh and he has been cooking in the Rabelais’ kitchen for
over fifteen years. He tells me that in the early 1900s Dalat was well known
as good hunting grounds for wild boar, black bears, deer, panthers, tigers,
elephants and... | This passage discusses: in crisp starched whites and a very tall chef’s hat, comes out to check on my
meal. His name is Linh and he has been cooking in the Rabelais’ kitchen for
over fifteen years. He tells me that in the early 1900s Dalat was well known
as good hunting grounds for wild boar, black bears, deer, panther... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | 1 bird’s eye chilli, sliced
METHOD
Peel the pomelo and then roughly segment it by simply tearing small pieces
with your hands, doing your best to remove the tough outer pith. Put the
pomelo in a mixing bowl with the green mango, herbs, spring onion and
fried garlic. Dress with the dipping fish sauce and set aside.
Heat... | This passage discusses: 1 bird’s eye chilli, sliced
METHOD
Peel the pomelo and then roughly segment it by simply tearing small pieces
with your hands, doing your best to remove the tough outer pith. Put the
pomelo in a mixing bowl with the green mango, herbs, spring onion and
fried garlic. Dress with the dipping fish s... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Using a mortar and pestle, pound the prawns into a fine paste. Place into a
mixing bowl and add half the dill, the fish sauce, garlic, salt and pepper.
Using your hands, mix everything together for 2 minutes, or until combined
well. Take a teaspoon of the paste and carefully stuff each pumpkin flower.
Fill a wok or dee... | This passage discusses: Using a mortar and pestle, pound the prawns into a fine paste. Place into a
mixing bowl and add half the dill, the fish sauce, garlic, salt and pepper.
Using your hands, mix everything together for 2 minutes, or until combined
well. Take a teaspoon of the paste and carefully stuff each pumpkin f... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Rabbit in red wine
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
This dish originated in the late 1800s and was
traditionally cooked with red wine. Today some
Vietnamese families prefer to cook the rabbit in rice
wine. Start this dish a day ahead, to allow enough
time for marinating the rabbit.
INGREDIENTS
1 whole farmed rabbit ... | This passage discusses: Rabbit in red wine
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
This dish originated in the late 1800s and was
traditionally cooked with red wine. Today some
Vietnamese families prefer to cook the rabbit in rice
wine. Start this dish a day ahead, to allow enough
time for marinating the rabbit.
INGREDIENT... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and gently cook the pork mince for
about 2 minutes, or until cooked through but not browned. Remove and set
aside. Wipe the pan clean with kitchen paper, then add 2 teaspoons of butter
and gently fry the shallots and garlic for 5 minutes, or until very soft and
slightly caramelised... | This passage discusses: Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and gently cook the pork mince for
about 2 minutes, or until cooked through but not browned. Remove and set
aside. Wipe the pan clean with kitchen paper, then add 2 teaspoons of butter
and gently fry the shallots and garlic for 5 minutes, or until very soft ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Combine the bay leaves, thyme, red wine and half the fish sauce in a large
mixing bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat in the marinade, then cover
and place in the fridge to marinate for 2 hours, or overnight for a better
flavour.
Put the dried mushrooms in a bowl, cover with water and soak for 20
minutes, then drain... | This passage discusses: Combine the bay leaves, thyme, red wine and half the fish sauce in a large
mixing bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat in the marinade, then cover
and place in the fridge to marinate for 2 hours, or overnight for a better
flavour.
Put the dried mushrooms in a bowl, cover with water and soak fo... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Heart of palm and tomato salad with
Vietnamese herbs
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Heart of palm, or palm heart, is a versatile ingredient
that I’ve been using quite a lot lately as I love its light,
almost sweet flavour and crunchy texture. Heart of
palm can be served raw in salads, stir-fried or
steamed.
INGRED... | This passage discusses: Heart of palm and tomato salad with
Vietnamese herbs
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Heart of palm, or palm heart, is a versatile ingredient
that I’ve been using quite a lot lately as I love its light,
almost sweet flavour and crunchy texture. Heart of
palm can be served raw in salads, stir-... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | minutes, charring the sides. Add the fish sauce, sugar and pepper and wok-
toss for a further 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, garlic chives and spring
onion and wok-toss for another 2 minutes. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
A farmers’ market and more
IT’S 5 AM AND MY HANDS ARE TURNING NUMB AS I walk
through the mist on... | This passage discusses: minutes, charring the sides. Add the fish sauce, sugar and pepper and wok-
toss for a further 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, garlic chives and spring
onion and wok-toss for another 2 minutes. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
A farmers’ market and more
IT’S 5 AM AND MY HANDS ARE TURNING NUMB AS I ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | bucket to the stalls below and shout out their order of herbs and vegetables.
Money is taken and orders are placed in the bucket; the cooks pull up the
rope, collect their goods and off they go — chopping, slicing, dicing, pulling
fragrant herbs off their stalks. It is the most entertaining, exciting and
theatrical way... | This passage discusses: bucket to the stalls below and shout out their order of herbs and vegetables.
Money is taken and orders are placed in the bucket; the cooks pull up the
rope, collect their goods and off they go — chopping, slicing, dicing, pulling
fragrant herbs off their stalks. It is the most entertaining, exc... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Caramelised pork belly with quail eggs
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Traditionally this dish is cooked with chicken eggs,
but the cooks at the Dalat markets serve it with quail
eggs, so I gave it a go and it was delicious. Use fresh
young coconut water if you can source it, as the
tinned variety has three per cen... | This passage discusses: Caramelised pork belly with quail eggs
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Traditionally this dish is cooked with chicken eggs,
but the cooks at the Dalat markets serve it with quail
eggs, so I gave it a go and it was delicious. Use fresh
young coconut water if you can source it, as the
tinned v... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | I hand over my money and she passes me a pork roll, or bahn mi thit —
one of the most popular and internationally known Vietnamese dishes today;
it’s the perfect marriage of French and Vietnamese ingredients and flavours.
Over the years the Vietnamese have tweaked the traditional French
baguette and adapted it to suit ... | This passage discusses: I hand over my money and she passes me a pork roll, or bahn mi thit —
one of the most popular and internationally known Vietnamese dishes today;
it’s the perfect marriage of French and Vietnamese ingredients and flavours.
Over the years the Vietnamese have tweaked the traditional French
baguette... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | 2 red Asian shallots, chopped
250 ml (9 fl oz/1 cup) young coconut water
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon annatto oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon tomato paste (concentrated purée)
1 tablespoon potato starch
METHOD
To make the pork balls, pound the prawns using a mortar an... | This passage discusses: 2 red Asian shallots, chopped
250 ml (9 fl oz/1 cup) young coconut water
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon annatto oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon tomato paste (concentrated purée)
1 tablespoon potato starch
METHOD
To make the pork balls, pound the ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | home and four generations of our family have lived here. They loved
Vietnam and its people, and they treated their workers with great respect. We
eventually left in the late 1950s, but as I got older my hunger to return to my
country of birth grew stronger. I missed the lifestyle, the weather, the people
and, of course... | This passage discusses: home and four generations of our family have lived here. They loved
Vietnam and its people, and they treated their workers with great respect. We
eventually left in the late 1950s, but as I got older my hunger to return to my
country of birth grew stronger. I missed the lifestyle, the weather, t... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Pierre introduces me to an elderly couple, Ha Bang and Ca Bang, who
gently take me by the arm and warmly invite me into their home. We walk
past a copper kettle boiling on an open fire in the yard, and enter a dimly lit
room. Ha Bang sits next to me at the long dusty table and rests his hand on
mine. His palms are roug... | This passage discusses: Pierre introduces me to an elderly couple, Ha Bang and Ca Bang, who
gently take me by the arm and warmly invite me into their home. We walk
past a copper kettle boiling on an open fire in the yard, and enter a dimly lit
room. Ha Bang sits next to me at the long dusty table and rests his hand on
... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Green tea-smoked duck
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
It’s really quite easy to smoke foods and it adds so
much depth of flavour and wonderful aroma to a dish,
with very little effort. You can also use a hooded
barbecue to smoke your duck.
INGREDIENTS
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 t... | This passage discusses: Green tea-smoked duck
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
It’s really quite easy to smoke foods and it adds so
much depth of flavour and wonderful aroma to a dish,
with very little effort. You can also use a hooded
barbecue to smoke your duck.
INGREDIENTS
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 tables... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Vietnam was everything I had imagined it to be: buffaloes ploughed the
fields, farmers tended to their vibrant green rice paddies, bicycles and cyclos
congested tree-lined streets, rickshaws rode high, elegant women wearing
traditional ao dai and locals in conical hats dotted kerbsides, eating street
food.
That first d... | This passage discusses: Vietnam was everything I had imagined it to be: buffaloes ploughed the
fields, farmers tended to their vibrant green rice paddies, bicycles and cyclos
congested tree-lined streets, rickshaws rode high, elegant women wearing
traditional ao dai and locals in conical hats dotted kerbsides, eating s... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Ben Thanh night markets, escargot
and frogs’ legs
I HAVE LEARNT TO LOVE THE NEW SAIGON, but on my first day
in the city I always head to the Ben Thanh night market for a tried and true
Saigon experience…
It is 4 pm and already Le Loi Street is gridlocked with motorbikes; the
traffic has come to a complete halt. I get o... | This passage discusses: Ben Thanh night markets, escargot
and frogs’ legs
I HAVE LEARNT TO LOVE THE NEW SAIGON, but on my first day
in the city I always head to the Ben Thanh night market for a tried and true
Saigon experience…
It is 4 pm and already Le Loi Street is gridlocked with motorbikes; the
traffic has come to ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Snails cooked in lemongrass and chilli
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
If you love snails, you really must visit Saigon’s Ben
Thanh markets, where you’ll find over ten varieties of
snails on offer. If preparing them yourself, make sure
you soak the snails in salted water for ten minutes
before rinsing them under co... | This passage discusses: Snails cooked in lemongrass and chilli
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
If you love snails, you really must visit Saigon’s Ben
Thanh markets, where you’ll find over ten varieties of
snails on offer. If preparing them yourself, make sure
you soak the snails in salted water for ten minutes
befo... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Scallops chargrilled in spring onion oil
SERVES 4–6 AS A SHARED STARTER
Spring onion oil is essential to Vietnamese cuisine,
but you won’t find it at Asian markets because it is so
simple to make. The French do a very similar dish
with grilled mussels.
INGREDIENTS
1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) scallops in the shell, cleaned
125 ml ... | This passage discusses: Scallops chargrilled in spring onion oil
SERVES 4–6 AS A SHARED STARTER
Spring onion oil is essential to Vietnamese cuisine,
but you won’t find it at Asian markets because it is so
simple to make. The French do a very similar dish
with grilled mussels.
INGREDIENTS
1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) scallops in th... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | David Thai (pictured in centre with red overalls) with his mother and father, siblings and cousins
‘My grandmother in France arranged the paperwork to get my brother and
me over there, and a year later we were living in Paris with her. She was like
a mother to us, but could only care for us for a few years before she ... | This passage discusses: David Thai (pictured in centre with red overalls) with his mother and father, siblings and cousins
‘My grandmother in France arranged the paperwork to get my brother and
me over there, and a year later we were living in Paris with her. She was like
a mother to us, but could only care for us for... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Prawn, mango and snow pea salad
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Traditional Vietnamese mango salads call for green
mangoes, but David’s French version uses semi-ripe
mangoes, which are softer in texture and are on the
sweeter side. Use the larger mango varieties for this
recipe, not the smaller ones that you would ... | This passage discusses: Prawn, mango and snow pea salad
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Traditional Vietnamese mango salads call for green
mangoes, but David’s French version uses semi-ripe
mangoes, which are softer in texture and are on the
sweeter side. Use the larger mango varieties for this
recipe, not the smal... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Turn to coat the chicken pieces well in the marinade, then cover and place
in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour.
Heat a large saucepan or wok over high heat, then add the vegetable oil
and fry the remaining garlic for 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Now add the
chicken and seal on both sides until lightly browned. Add th... | This passage discusses: Turn to coat the chicken pieces well in the marinade, then cover and place
in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour.
Heat a large saucepan or wok over high heat, then add the vegetable oil
and fry the remaining garlic for 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Now add the
chicken and seal on both sides until... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | minutes, then pour in the cream. Bring to boiling point, then take the pan off
the heat. Set aside for 20 minutes for the flavours to infuse, then remove and
discard the mandarin peel.
Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F/Gas 2). In a clean saucepan, combine
the remaining mandarin juice, the brandy and Cointreau. Bring to ... | This passage discusses: minutes, then pour in the cream. Bring to boiling point, then take the pan off
the heat. Set aside for 20 minutes for the flavours to infuse, then remove and
discard the mandarin peel.
Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F/Gas 2). In a clean saucepan, combine
the remaining mandarin juice, the brandy ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | several times for work, too.’
Intrigued by her background, I ask her to tell me more about her
grandfather and her French heritage. She tells me that we need to get a bottle
of wine and sit down, as it is a very long and complicated story…
‘What I am about to tell you, I only found out for myself just ten years
ago,’ s... | This passage discusses: several times for work, too.’
Intrigued by her background, I ask her to tell me more about her
grandfather and her French heritage. She tells me that we need to get a bottle
of wine and sit down, as it is a very long and complicated story…
‘What I am about to tell you, I only found out for mysel... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | At this point I have to interrupt and get another bottle of wine. I tell her
that her family story sounds like an episode from Days of Our Lives. She
laughs then tells me to drink up because there is a lot more to the drama.
I started to pursue an interest in the culinary
aspects of my French roots, and it really
chang... | This passage discusses: At this point I have to interrupt and get another bottle of wine. I tell her
that her family story sounds like an episode from Days of Our Lives. She
laughs then tells me to drink up because there is a lot more to the drama.
I started to pursue an interest in the culinary
aspects of my French ro... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Pan-fried salmon in orange sauce
SERVES 2 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
I came across this dish at a traditional Vietnamese
restaurant in Saigon. I asked the chef where the dish
was from and she told me that the salmon was local,
from a small mountain village called Ta Phin in
northern Vietnam, home to the Red Dzao minority... | This passage discusses: Pan-fried salmon in orange sauce
SERVES 2 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
I came across this dish at a traditional Vietnamese
restaurant in Saigon. I asked the chef where the dish
was from and she told me that the salmon was local,
from a small mountain village called Ta Phin in
northern Vietnam, home ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | drain well. Place each crab on a hard surface with its stomach facing up. In
at wisting motion, pull the legs and claws away from the body. Using both
hands, put your fingers under the edge of the shell between the crab’s body
and the shell. Pull apart in opposite directions until you hear a snapping
sound, then remove... | This passage discusses: drain well. Place each crab on a hard surface with its stomach facing up. In
at wisting motion, pull the legs and claws away from the body. Using both
hands, put your fingers under the edge of the shell between the crab’s body
and the shell. Pull apart in opposite directions until you hear a sna... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | 1 handful mint leaves
100 ml (3½ fl oz) dipping fish sauce (nuoc mam cham)
METHOD
To make the crepe batter, sift the rice flour and plain flour into a bowl, add
the salt and turmeric and mix well. Pour the coconut cream and soda water
into the bowl and mix well with a whisk to form a smooth batter. Set aside to
rest fo... | This passage discusses: 1 handful mint leaves
100 ml (3½ fl oz) dipping fish sauce (nuoc mam cham)
METHOD
To make the crepe batter, sift the rice flour and plain flour into a bowl, add
the salt and turmeric and mix well. Pour the coconut cream and soda water
into the bowl and mix well with a whisk to form a smooth batt... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Beef slow-braised in young coconut water
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
INGREDIENTS
4 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon shaoxing rice wine
3 tablespoons annatto oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) beef chuck or oyster blade, cut into 4 cm (1½ inch) dice
2 tablespoons vegetabl... | This passage discusses: Beef slow-braised in young coconut water
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
INGREDIENTS
4 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon shaoxing rice wine
3 tablespoons annatto oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) beef chuck or oyster blade, cut into 4 cm (1½ inch) dic... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Lay the pieces of banana leaf, one at a
time, in the pan for 30 seconds on each side until the leaves become soft and
pliable. Set aside.
To make the marinade, put the galangal and turmeric in a mortar and pestle
and pound to form a paste. Transfer the galangal and turmeric to a larg... | This passage discusses: Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Lay the pieces of banana leaf, one at a
time, in the pan for 30 seconds on each side until the leaves become soft and
pliable. Set aside.
To make the marinade, put the galangal and turmeric in a mortar and pestle
and pound to form a paste. Transfer the galanga... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | I’M ON A DIRECT FLIGHT FROM HO CHI MINH CITY to Paris.
Lunch is served and, to my surprise, Vietnam Airlines is offering some very
interesting French–Vietnamese dishes: salad of dried beef, tea-smoked duck,
beaufort cheese and chanterelle mushrooms; beef tenderloin with butter,
potato and turmeric purée; and a cheese p... | This passage discusses: I’M ON A DIRECT FLIGHT FROM HO CHI MINH CITY to Paris.
Lunch is served and, to my surprise, Vietnam Airlines is offering some very
interesting French–Vietnamese dishes: salad of dried beef, tea-smoked duck,
beaufort cheese and chanterelle mushrooms; beef tenderloin with butter,
potato and turmer... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Mother Two and the crew
HA THI HIEU IS MY MOTHER’S ELDEST SISTER, KNOWN to her
siblings as Sister Two. When my mother was busy working in the family
market stall in Saigon, Sister Two looked after my brother and sister — so
she became ‘Mother Two’ to them. Then, when I was born, I followed
tradition and called her Moth... | This passage discusses: Mother Two and the crew
HA THI HIEU IS MY MOTHER’S ELDEST SISTER, KNOWN to her
siblings as Sister Two. When my mother was busy working in the family
market stall in Saigon, Sister Two looked after my brother and sister — so
she became ‘Mother Two’ to them. Then, when I was born, I followed
tradi... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | ‘Hi, I’m your cousin Sawa. I’m Isabella’s husband.’
We hop in his car and head towards Martigues, a small town a good thirty
minutes’ drive from Marseille, and Sawa does not stop talking the whole
way. He jumps from English to Vietnamese, passionately expressing his love
for good food and his loyalty to French wine.
I ... | This passage discusses: ‘Hi, I’m your cousin Sawa. I’m Isabella’s husband.’
We hop in his car and head towards Martigues, a small town a good thirty
minutes’ drive from Marseille, and Sawa does not stop talking the whole
way. He jumps from English to Vietnamese, passionately expressing his love
for good food and his lo... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Mussels tossed with butter, crisp garlic and
Asian basil
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
INGREDIENTS
1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) small mussels
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
40 g (1½ oz) butter
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 red Asian shallots, chopped
2 teaspoons fish sauce
generous pinch of salt and coarsely cracked black pepper
10... | This passage discusses: Mussels tossed with butter, crisp garlic and
Asian basil
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
INGREDIENTS
1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) small mussels
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
40 g (1½ oz) butter
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 red Asian shallots, chopped
2 teaspoons fish sauce
generous pinch of salt and coarsely... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | In a food processor, blitz together the butter, garlic, coriander, Asian basil,
salt and pepper. Remove from the bowl, cover with plastic wrap and set
aside at cool room temperature to allow the flavours to develop.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas 4). Line the bottom of a baking tray
with rock salt.
Fill each snai... | This passage discusses: In a food processor, blitz together the butter, garlic, coriander, Asian basil,
salt and pepper. Remove from the bowl, cover with plastic wrap and set
aside at cool room temperature to allow the flavours to develop.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas 4). Line the bottom of a baking tray
with r... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | ‘That is my father; he is a legendary cook. A French family, who were
living in Saigon in the early 1900s, adopted my father, giving him the French
name Paul Sabourdy. This meant that he was automatically a citizen of
France, so when the French pulled out of Vietnam, my father also had the
right to leave. My father was... | This passage discusses: ‘That is my father; he is a legendary cook. A French family, who were
living in Saigon in the early 1900s, adopted my father, giving him the French
name Paul Sabourdy. This meant that he was automatically a citizen of
France, so when the French pulled out of Vietnam, my father also had the
right... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Juice 2 of the passionfruit, then strain the juice, discarding the seeds. Add
the dipping fish sauce to the strained juice, stir to combine, then drizzle the
dressing over the kingfish. Juice the remaining passionfruit (including the
seeds) onto the kingfish, then sprinkle the herbs and lemongrass over the top.
Garnish... | This passage discusses: Juice 2 of the passionfruit, then strain the juice, discarding the seeds. Add
the dipping fish sauce to the strained juice, stir to combine, then drizzle the
dressing over the kingfish. Juice the remaining passionfruit (including the
seeds) onto the kingfish, then sprinkle the herbs and lemongra... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | METHOD
Combine all the marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl, stirring well to
dissolve the sugar. Rub this mixture all over the chicken skin, pushing some
mixture under the skin. Rub the chicken cavity with the mixture, then stuff
the remaining mixture into the cavity. Cover and place in the fridge to
marinate for 1 h... | This passage discusses: METHOD
Combine all the marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl, stirring well to
dissolve the sugar. Rub this mixture all over the chicken skin, pushing some
mixture under the skin. Rub the chicken cavity with the mixture, then stuff
the remaining mixture into the cavity. Cover and place in the fr... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | the boil, then turn off the heat. Cover the pan and allow the flavours to
infuse for 10 minutes.
Beat the sugar and egg yolks together in a mixing bowl until creamy. Pour
the cream over the egg mixture, whisking constantly until combined. Strain
the cream and egg mixture into a large jug, discarding the solids, then po... | This passage discusses: the boil, then turn off the heat. Cover the pan and allow the flavours to
infuse for 10 minutes.
Beat the sugar and egg yolks together in a mixing bowl until creamy. Pour
the cream over the egg mixture, whisking constantly until combined. Strain
the cream and egg mixture into a large jug, discar... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Verrine of eggplant, asparagus & Asian
mushrooms with goat’s curd
SERVES 4 AS A STARTER
A verrine is a layered savoury appetiser, snack or
dessert in a small glass, its name taken from the
French verre, meaning ‘glass’. You can use whatever
vegetables are fresh and in season to create your own
versions.
INGREDIENTS
1 l... | This passage discusses: Verrine of eggplant, asparagus & Asian
mushrooms with goat’s curd
SERVES 4 AS A STARTER
A verrine is a layered savoury appetiser, snack or
dessert in a small glass, its name taken from the
French verre, meaning ‘glass’. You can use whatever
vegetables are fresh and in season to create your own
v... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | simply mash with a fork. If you want a very fine purée, push the mixture
through a fine sieve before serving. Set aside and keep warm.
Slice the bitter melon in half lengthways. Using a spoon, scrape out the
seeds, then slice the melon into neat 5 cm (2 inch) lengths. Peel the carrot
and cut it into neat lengths the sa... | This passage discusses: simply mash with a fork. If you want a very fine purée, push the mixture
through a fine sieve before serving. Set aside and keep warm.
Slice the bitter melon in half lengthways. Using a spoon, scrape out the
seeds, then slice the melon into neat 5 cm (2 inch) lengths. Peel the carrot
and cut it ... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Laurent’s quail flambé
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
I noticed that all my cousins regularly cooked with
many varieties of bouquet garni. Now I too have
begun to adopt the use of French herbs into my own
Vietnamese cooking.
INGREDIENT
6 quails (see note, or ask your butcher to remove the ribcage from the quails,
... | This passage discusses: Laurent’s quail flambé
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
I noticed that all my cousins regularly cooked with
many varieties of bouquet garni. Now I too have
begun to adopt the use of French herbs into my own
Vietnamese cooking.
INGREDIENT
6 quails (see note, or ask your butcher to remove the r... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Lamb cutlets cooked in preserved bean curd
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Preserved bean curd is basically tofu that has been
fermented for over a year in rice wine, salt and chilli.
A cube of preserved bean curd and steamed rice is an
extremely tasty meal in itself. You can find preserved
bean curd in glass jars ... | This passage discusses: Lamb cutlets cooked in preserved bean curd
SERVES 4–6 AS PART OF A SHARED MEAL
Preserved bean curd is basically tofu that has been
fermented for over a year in rice wine, salt and chilli.
A cube of preserved bean curd and steamed rice is an
extremely tasty meal in itself. You can find preserved
... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Spring onion oil
MAKES 250 ML (9 FL OZ/1 CUP)
INGREDIENTS
250 ml (9 fl oz/1 cup) vegetable oil
6–8 spring onions (scallions), green part only, thinly sliced
METHOD
Put the oil and spring onions in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the
spring onions for about 2 minutes, or until the oil just starts to simmer, then
remov... | This passage discusses: Spring onion oil
MAKES 250 ML (9 FL OZ/1 CUP)
INGREDIENTS
250 ml (9 fl oz/1 cup) vegetable oil
6–8 spring onions (scallions), green part only, thinly sliced
METHOD
Put the oil and spring onions in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the
spring onions for about 2 minutes, or until the oil just star... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 1 hour, continuing to
skim. After 1 hour, add the sugar, rock salt and fish sauce to the broth and
simmer for another 2 hours, frequently skimming.
Fill the pot with cold water to get it back to 15 litres (525 fl oz) and return
it to the simmer. Cover with a lid, redu... | This passage discusses: boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 1 hour, continuing to
skim. After 1 hour, add the sugar, rock salt and fish sauce to the broth and
simmer for another 2 hours, frequently skimming.
Fill the pot with cold water to get it back to 15 litres (525 fl oz) and return
it to the simmer... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Pickled carrot
MAKES 250 G (9 OZ)
INGREDIENTS
185 ml (6 fl oz/¾ cup) white vinegar
100 g (3½ oz) sugar
1 teaspoon salt
200 g (7 oz) carrots, peeled
METHOD
Put the vinegar, sugar and salt in a saucepan over high heat and bring to the
boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove the pan from the heat and set
aside to coo... | This passage discusses: Pickled carrot
MAKES 250 G (9 OZ)
INGREDIENTS
185 ml (6 fl oz/¾ cup) white vinegar
100 g (3½ oz) sugar
1 teaspoon salt
200 g (7 oz) carrots, peeled
METHOD
Put the vinegar, sugar and salt in a saucepan over high heat and bring to the
boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove the pan from the h... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Fish sauce
A pungent, salty liquid used widely in Vietnamese cooking as a condiment
and flavouring. When using fish sauce as a dipping sauce, use a good–
quality fish sauce such as Viet Huong or Phu Quoc brand. When using it in
stocks and marinades, use Squid brand.
Galangal
Similar in appearance and preparation to its... | This passage discusses: Fish sauce
A pungent, salty liquid used widely in Vietnamese cooking as a condiment
and flavouring. When using fish sauce as a dipping sauce, use a good–
quality fish sauce such as Viet Huong or Phu Quoc brand. When using it in
stocks and marinades, use Squid brand.
Galangal
Similar in appearanc... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | is sweeter and is made from glutinous short–grain rice; the flour turns firm
and sticky when cooked.
Sambal oelek
Sambal oelek is an Indonesian paste made from ground chillies, salt and
lemongrass. It is mild in spice, so it adds heat without altering the flavour
too much. It can be found in jars in Asian food stores.
... | This passage discusses: is sweeter and is made from glutinous short–grain rice; the flour turns firm
and sticky when cooked.
Sambal oelek
Sambal oelek is an Indonesian paste made from ground chillies, salt and
lemongrass. It is mild in spice, so it adds heat without altering the flavour
too much. It can be found in jar... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | cabbage, wok-tossed with garlic
caramelised frogs’ legs
caramelised pork belly with quail eggs
chicken and pork liver pâté
chicken slow-braised in green pepper
coq au vin
meatballs steamed in caul fat
steamed Vietnamese mint-stuffed chicken
snails cooked in lemongrass and chilli
chocolate ... | This passage discusses: cabbage, wok-tossed with garlic
caramelised frogs’ legs
caramelised pork belly with quail eggs
chicken and pork liver pâté
chicken slow-braised in green pepper
coq au vin
meatballs steamed in caul fat
steamed Vietnamese mint-stuffed chicken
snails cooked in lemongra... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | Laurent’s quail flambé
quail cooked in orange and coconut water
R
rabbit in red wine
red Asian shallots, fried
red braised pork belly
S
Saigon
green mango and pomelo salad with soft shell crab
heart of palm and tomato salad with Vietnamese herbs
pig’s ear and green mango salad
prawn, mango and ... | This passage discusses: Laurent’s quail flambé
quail cooked in orange and coconut water
R
rabbit in red wine
red Asian shallots, fried
red braised pork belly
S
Saigon
green mango and pomelo salad with soft shell crab
heart of palm and tomato salad with Vietnamese herbs
pig’s ear and green mango sala... | am_thuc | en |
Describe this culinary tradition: | children and those suffering from immune deficiency diseases)
should consult their doctor with any concerns about eating raw
eggs.
OVEN GUIDE: You may find cooking times vary depending
on the oven you are using. For fan-forced ovens, as a general
rule, set the oven temperature to 20°C (35°F) lower than
indicated in the... | children and those suffering from immune deficiency diseases)
should consult their doctor with any concerns about eating raw
eggs.
OVEN GUIDE: You may find cooking times vary depending
on the oven you are using. For fan-forced ovens, as a general
rule, set the oven temperature to 20°C (35°F) lower than
indicated in the... | am_thuc | en |
Summarize this cultural or historical content: | Recipes from my
Vietnamese
Kitchen
Recipes from my
Vietnamese
Kitchen
AUTHENTIC FOOD TO AWAKEN THE SENSES & FEED THE SOUL
Uyen Luu
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CLARE WINFIELD
Uyên Lưu hosts Vietnamese supper clubs in her East London studio where she cooks dishes she learned from her mother. She passes on this knowledge of home co... | This passage discusses: Recipes from my
Vietnamese
Kitchen
Recipes from my
Vietnamese
Kitchen
AUTHENTIC FOOD TO AWAKEN THE SENSES & FEED THE SOUL
Uyen Luu
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CLARE WINFIELD
Uyên Lưu hosts Vietnamese supper clubs in her East London studio where she cooks dishes she learned from her mother. She passes on t... | van_hoa | en |
Summarize this cultural or historical content: | I adore everything about Vietnamese food. Maybe it’s the Frenchman in me – and France has had a longer, stronger connection with Vietnam than the colonial one that lasted from 1887 to 1954 – but I’m excited by the fragrance, the beauty, the texture and the multiplicity of flavours of Vietnamese dishes.
Even more than t... | This passage discusses: I adore everything about Vietnamese food. Maybe it’s the Frenchman in me – and France has had a longer, stronger connection with Vietnam than the colonial one that lasted from 1887 to 1954 – but I’m excited by the fragrance, the beauty, the texture and the multiplicity of flavours of Vietnamese ... | van_hoa | en |
Summarize this cultural or historical content: | “Eat playfully”
I was born in Sài Gòn into a family who loves food. In the late 1970s and early 1980s after the Vietnam War, the country fell into extreme poverty and many people had their businesses, livelihoods, land and properties stripped away. There was a trade embargo, and food was scarce or even unavailable.
My ... | This passage discusses: “Eat playfully”
I was born in Sài Gòn into a family who loves food. In the late 1970s and early 1980s after the Vietnam War, the country fell into extreme poverty and many people had their businesses, livelihoods, land and properties stripped away. There was a trade embargo, and food was scarce ... | van_hoa | en |
Summarize this cultural or historical content: | Ingredients
Herbs
The Vietnamese use herbs in abundance. Full of perfume, flavour and health benefits, they are used in almost every savoury dish. Coriander/cilantro, Thai sweet basil and mint are the most readily available, so if in doubt, use those. Find out when your nearest Asian store has their fresh vegetable del... | This passage discusses: Ingredients
Herbs
The Vietnamese use herbs in abundance. Full of perfume, flavour and health benefits, they are used in almost every savoury dish. Coriander/cilantro, Thai sweet basil and mint are the most readily available, so if in doubt, use those. Find out when your nearest Asian store has t... | van_hoa | en |
Summarize this cultural or historical content: | Spices and condiments
1. FRESH GINGER (gừng) is considered a medicine or spice. Frequently used for its warm flavour and cleansing effects, it should be in every kitchen. Can be infused in hot water and drunk to aid digestion.
2. COCONUT CARAMEL OR COCONUT SAP SUGAR/HONEY (nước màu) is a sweet, smoky coconut caramel us... | This passage discusses: Spices and condiments
1. FRESH GINGER (gừng) is considered a medicine or spice. Frequently used for its warm flavour and cleansing effects, it should be in every kitchen. Can be infused in hot water and drunk to aid digestion.
2. COCONUT CARAMEL OR COCONUT SAP SUGAR/HONEY (nước màu) is a sweet, ... | van_hoa | en |
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