Exploring Vietnamese Cuisine with Luke Nguyen

Luke Nguyen embarks on a culinary journey through Vietnam, exploring vibrant markets and diverse street food. He shares his passion for Vietnamese cuisine by preparing traditional dishes like Canh Chua Ca and green papaya salad. Luke also demonstrates cooking techniques for wok-tossed beef with betel leaves, highlighting the balance and freshness of Vietnamese flavors.

What is the biggest challenge Luke faces at the Ben Thanh Market?

• Bargaining prices

• Communicating with vendors

• Crossing the road

• Finding fresh produce

What is the main ingredient in the traditional dish canh chua ca?

• Chicken

• Pork

• Mudfish

• Beef

What is the main flavor characteristic of Vietnamese food according to Luke?

• Sweet

• Bitter

• Spicy

• Balanced

What is the main purpose of the clay pot in cooking the tamarind fish soup?

• To make it look traditional

• To cook faster

• To add earthiness to the flavor

• To keep it warm

What is Luke Nguyen's main passion that he wants to share with everyone?

• Vietnamese cuisine

• Traveling the world

• Writing cookbooks

• Teaching cooking classes

Which region's cuisine is known for its simplicity according to Luke?

• Mekong Delta

• Hue

• Saigon

• Hanoi

What is the main texture-enhancing ingredient in the green papaya salad?

• Fresh lime

• Roasted peanuts

• Green onions

• Fried garlic

What is the medicinal leaf used in the wok-tossed beef dish?

• Coriander

• Basil

• Mint

• Betel leaf

What cooking method does Luke use for the beef in the street food dish?

• Baking

• Wok-frying

• Boiling

• Grilling

Which herb is NOT mentioned as part of the green papaya salad?

• Perilla leaf

• Vietnamese coriander

• Mint

• Basil