Vietnamese Herb-Broth Recipes
Bone broth, raw herbs, fish sauce, clean rice noodles. Anti-inflammatory and deeply satisfying.
Bún Bò Huế (Vietnamese Herb-Broth Tradition)
A vibrant, spicy beef and pork noodle soup rooted in Hue imperial cuisine. This version honors the tradition by using grass-fed bones for collagen, date syrup instead of sugar, and avocado oil instead of seed oils for the signature chili oil.
Bún Cá Chép (Vietnamese Herb-Broth Tradition)
A clear, aromatic Central Vietnamese fish soup featuring wild-caught protein, turmeric-infused broth, and fresh herbs. This farm-fresh adaptation strips out refined sugar and seed oils while amplifying polyphenols through turmeric, lemongrass, and fermented fish sauce.
Grilled Grass-Fed Pork & Herb Bún Chả
This farm-fresh take on the Hanoi classic features charred patties of pasture-raised pork shoulder served over rice vermicelli with a mountain of fresh herbs and a fermented fish sauce dressing. The dish balances savory, umami-rich grilled meat with the bright, cooling crunch of dill, mint, and banana blossom, all tied together by a broth that is sweetened solely with whole dates and free of seed oils.
Tangy Crab & Tomato Rice Noodle Soup (Bún Riêu)
A vibrant, tangy broth built on heirloom tomatoes and fresh wild crab, topped with fluffy rice noodles and garden herbs. This version honors the street-food tradition while stripping out refined sugar and seed oils, relying on natural tomato sweetness and extra-virgin olive oil for depth.
Crispy Turmeric Rice Pancakes with Pastured Pork and Wild Shrimp
Golden, lacy rice crepes infused with fresh turmeric and coconut milk, filled with tender pastured pork and wild-caught shrimp. This farm-fresh version honors the Vietnamese tradition of wrapping fresh herbs in crispy pancakes, serving them with a fermented, polyphenol-rich dipping sauce instead of sugary syrups.
Bun Bo Hue: Lemongrass & Star Anise Beef Broth
A vibrant, spicy Central Vietnamese broth featuring grass-fed beef shank and pork hocks simmered with lemongrass, star anise, and fermented shrimp paste. This farm-fresh version replaces refined sugar and seed oils with date syrup and extra-virgin olive oil, delivering a deep, umami-rich bowl packed with collagen and polyphenols.
Farm-Fresh Bun Loc (Vietnamese Herb-Broth)
A rich, aromatic noodle soup rooted in Southern tradition but refined for longevity. This dish features a collagen-rich bone broth thickened gently with arrowroot, pasture-raised pork, and wild-caught shrimp, finished with an explosion of fresh herbs and healthy fats from coconut milk.
Cơm Tấm: Farm-Fresh Smashed Rice with Herb-Broth Grilled Pork
A reimagined Vietnamese classic featuring char-grilled pasture-raised pork shoulder served over broken jasmine rice, accompanied by a sweet potato salad and a revitalizing fish sauce broth sweetened only with whole dates. This dish delivers the smoky, savory depth of the original while eliminating refined sugars and seed oils, focusing on nutrient-dense, farm-fresh ingredients.
Canh Bún Đậu: Vietnamese Herb-Broth with Grass-Fed Pork & Aged Tofu
A revitalizing twist on the classic Vietnamese rice noodle and fried tofu bowl, transformed into a nutrient-dense, polyphenol-rich broth. This dish features slow-simmered bone broth, crispy grass-fed pork, and fermented tofu, all swimming in a sea of fresh herbs and served with sprouted buckwheat noodles for a gut-friendly twist.
Wild-Caught Shrimp Canh Chua with Pineapple & Tamarind
This vibrant Vietnamese sour soup balances tart tamarind and sweet pineapple without refined sugar. Loaded with wild-caught shrimp, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs, it delivers a polyphenol-rich broth that honors tradition while prioritizing longevity.
Canh Rau Muống: Grass-Fed Pork Rib & Morning Glory Broth with Chili Oil
A clear, savory Vietnamese broth featuring tender grass-fed pork ribs and crisp morning glory (water spinach), finished with a house-made chili oil for digestive warmth. This dish captures the essence of traditional farm-to-table comfort, delivering a nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory meal without refined sugars or industrial seed oils.
Canh Xíu Mì: Ginger-Chicken Vermicelli Soup
A revitalizing morning soup featuring pasture-raised chicken meatballs simmered in a turmeric and ginger-infused bone broth over rice vermicelli. Finished with crispy fried garlic and fresh herbs, this dish provides sustained energy through clean fats and polyphenol-rich spices without the sugar crash of traditional versions.
Traditional Vietnamese Mung Bean Chè with Lotus Seeds
A soothing, sweet soup featuring creamy mung bean paste, crunchy lotus seeds, and rich coconut milk. Sweetened naturally with whole dates, this farm-fresh finish supports digestion and provides sustained energy without blood sugar spikes.
Chè Tơ: Herb-Broth Noodle Pudding with Pandan and Lotus Seeds
A savory-sweet Vietnamese herb-broth featuring tender rice noodles, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic pandan, anchored by nutrient-dense lotus seeds. This dish balances the cooling properties of coconut with the digestive benefits of fresh herbs, offering a comforting, polyphenol-rich dinner that honors the traditional Chè format without refined sugars or seed oils.
Dung Tien: Wild-Caught Salmon in Aromatic Herb Broth
A restorative Vietnamese-inspired broth featuring wild-caught sockeye salmon poached gently in a clear, polyphenol-rich stock of star anise, ginger, and fresh herbs. This dish balances savory umami with the bright, cleansing notes of mint and basil, finished with a palate-cleansing jasmine tea rinse to complete the meal cycle.
Gỏi Cuốn: Fresh Herb & Pastured Pork Spring Rolls
These vibrant, translucent rice paper rolls are packed with tender pastured pork, sweet shrimp, and an abundance of fresh polyphenol-rich herbs. Served with a savory, date-sweetened dipping sauce, this dish delivers a burst of freshness and protein without the refined sugars or seed oils found in traditional versions.
Restorative Ginseng & Goji Chicken Broth (Vietnamese Herb Tradition)
A deeply restorative, golden-hued broth featuring grass-fed chicken, American ginseng root, and tart goji berries. This dish balances the earthy warmth of ginseng with the bright, citrusy notes of fresh ginger and lemongrass, creating a savory, slightly sweet soup without a single gram of refined sugar. It is a nutrient-dense, farm-fresh meal designed to support immunity and gut lining repair.
Goi Cuon — Shrimp & Herb Summer Rolls with Almond-Herb Dipping Sauce
These translucent rice paper rolls are packed with wild-caught shrimp, springy vermicelli, and a vibrant explosion of raw herbs like mint, cilantro, and perilla. Served with a creamy, nutrient-dense almond-butter sauce sweetened only by whole dates, this dish delivers a refreshing, polyphenol-rich bite without the refined sugar or seed oils found in traditional versions.
Fresh Herb Spring Rolls with Warm Herbal Broth Dip
Crisp rice paper rolls packed with wild-caught shrimp, organic brown rice vermicelli, and garden-fresh herbs, served with a nutrient-dense warm bone broth infused with ginger and lime. This version honors the Vietnamese tradition of fresh, raw vegetables while eliminating refined sugars and seed oils often found in dipping sauces.
Nước Chấm: Ancient Herb-Broth Dipping Sauce
This is the soul of Vietnamese dining: a vibrant, umami-rich dipping sauce where the sharp bite of fresh garlic and bird's eye chili is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of whole dates and the depth of fermented fish sauce. It transforms grilled proteins and fresh herbs into a longevity-focused meal, delivering a complex symphony of savory, sweet, sour, and spicy without a single grain of refined sugar.
Nuoc Cham: Fermented Herb-Broth Dipping Sauce
This is the soul of Vietnamese dining: a vibrant, fermented fish sauce dressing balanced with fresh lime, garlic, and chili, sweetened only by whole dates. It transforms simple steamed vegetables, grilled wild-caught fish, or rice into a polyphenol-rich meal without a drop of refined sugar or seed oil. The result is a briny, umami-packed emulsion that wakes up the palate and supports gut health through natural fermentation.
Phở Bò Hà Nội (Vietnamese Herb-Broth Tradition)
A clear, collagen-rich beef broth infused with charred ginger and star anise, served with rare grass-fed beef slices and fresh herbs. This dish balances savory depth with bright acidity, relying on date syrup instead of refined sugar for subtle sweetness. It is a nutrient-dense meal designed for recovery and longevity.
Clear Beef Bone Phở with Star Anise and Fresh Herbs
This is a clarity-focused, farm-fresh version of the Vietnamese classic, where a deeply savory bone broth simmers with charred aromatics and whole spices instead of sugar-laden shortcuts. Served over tender slices of grass-fed beef and sprouted rice noodles, it is finished with a mountain of raw, polyphenol-rich herbs and crisp bean sprouts for a textural contrast that honors the original while prioritizing metabolic health.
Pho Ga: Pastured Chicken Broth with Mountains of Herbs
This is a clear, golden broth simmered from pasture-raised chicken bones and charred aromatics, served over rice noodles and topped with a mountain of fresh basil, cilantro, and mint. The flavor is deep and savory without a trace of refined sugar, relying on the natural sweetness of caramelized onion and ginger alongside a touch of pure maple syrup. It is a restorative, polyphenol-dense meal that honors the Vietnamese tradition of healing through broth while stripping away industrial seed oils and processed additives.
Pho Gà: Charred Ginger & Bone Broth Chicken Noodle Soup
A revitalizing Vietnamese morning tradition featuring a clear, aromatic broth made from pasture-raised hen bones, charred ginger, and star anise. This version strips away the refined sugar and processed fish sauces of restaurant versions, relying on the natural sweetness of whole dates and the savory depth of grass-fed collagen to fuel your day.
Rau Muối: Fermented Banana Blossom Broth with Wild-Caught Cod
A restorative Vietnamese-inspired bowl featuring house-pickled banana blossoms and a deeply savory, herb-infused broth served over sprouted buckwheat noodles. The dish balances the umami of wild-caught cod with the probiotic crunch of fermented vegetables, creating a meal that is as nourishing for the gut as it is comforting to the palate.
Rau Muong (Water Spinach) with Fermented Bean Broth and Quick-Pickled Green Beans
A vibrant, nutrient-dense reinterpretation of the Vietnamese classic, featuring water spinach (rau muong) simmered in a savory, fermented bean broth with wild-caught white fish. Served alongside crisp, tangy quick-pickled green beans, this meal balances deep umami flavors with the fresh crunch of farm-grown vegetables, completely free of refined sugars and seed oils.
Vietnamese Herb Broth with Sprouted Mung Beans (Đậu Nở)
A nourishing, aromatic broth featuring sprouted mung beans and wild-caught fish, steamed in banana leaves to capture the essence of traditional fermentation without the histamine load. This dish balances umami-rich fish paste notes with fresh herbs and polyphenol-dense greens, offering a gut-friendly, anti-inflammatory dinner.