Cover of "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice), featuring fresh spring rolls with herbs and vegetables, chopsticks, and a wooden bowl on an orange background.
A selection of fresh Vietnamese herbs from Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice) is arranged on a wicker platter with labeled descriptions on a light background.
A hand holds a plate of oven-fried crispy shiitake imperial rolls on veggies and herbs, with beer and dipping sauce nearby. At right is text from "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice).
A large platter of veggie lettuce wraps topped with nuts sits on a green tile table, surrounded by spice bowls. A recipe for Steamed Banh Mi Lettuce Wraps from "Ever-Green Vietnamese" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice) is printed on the right.
A wooden ladle pours broth into a bowl of pho with noodles, mushrooms, tomatoes, herbs, and red onion. The image highlights Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice).
A page from "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice) showcases Grilled Eggplant with Garlicky Green Onion Sizzle, plated with chopsticks on a white table.
Crispy pan-fried turmeric fish on noodles with fresh greens and scallions, inspired by "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen, featuring Gneiss Spice on a dark plate with rice crackers.
Row of coconut-coffee popsicles on wooden sticks against a light textured wall, next to a recipe page titled Coconut-Coffee Popsicles inspired by Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice).
Cover of "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice), featuring fresh spring rolls with herbs and vegetables, chopsticks, and a wooden bowl on an orange background.
A selection of fresh Vietnamese herbs from Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice) is arranged on a wicker platter with labeled descriptions on a light background.
A hand holds a plate of oven-fried crispy shiitake imperial rolls on veggies and herbs, with beer and dipping sauce nearby. At right is text from "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice).
A large platter of veggie lettuce wraps topped with nuts sits on a green tile table, surrounded by spice bowls. A recipe for Steamed Banh Mi Lettuce Wraps from "Ever-Green Vietnamese" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice) is printed on the right.
A wooden ladle pours broth into a bowl of pho with noodles, mushrooms, tomatoes, herbs, and red onion. The image highlights Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice).
A page from "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice) showcases Grilled Eggplant with Garlicky Green Onion Sizzle, plated with chopsticks on a white table.
Crispy pan-fried turmeric fish on noodles with fresh greens and scallions, inspired by "Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea" by Andrea Nguyen, featuring Gneiss Spice on a dark plate with rice crackers.
Row of coconut-coffee popsicles on wooden sticks against a light textured wall, next to a recipe page titled Coconut-Coffee Popsicles inspired by Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes by Andrea Nguyen (Gneiss Spice).

Ever-Green Vietnamese: Super-Fresh Recipes, Starring Plants from Land and Sea by Andrea Nguyen


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James Beard Nominee 2024

Bold, plant-forward Vietnamese cooking for every day

From James Beard Award–winning author Andrea Nguyen comes Ever-Green Vietnamese—a fresh, vibrant take on Vietnamese cooking that celebrates the plant-based roots of the cuisine. With over 125 recipes and variations, this stunning book blends traditional flavors with modern, vegetable-focused techniques that suit both weeknight cooking and weekend projects.

Drawing from Vietnam’s rich history of resourceful, plant-heavy eating—shaped by Buddhist traditions and an abundance of herbs and vegetables—Nguyen offers everything from tofu dishes and vegetable stir-fries to bold condiments like her DIY vegan fish sauce. Whether you're craving Fast Vegetarian Pho, Banh Mi with Vegan Bologna, or Green Mango, Beet, and Herb Salad, these recipes deliver on flavor without relying on meat. Many include vegan or gluten-free variations, making them accessible to a range of dietary needs.

Brimming with helpful techniques, cultural insight, and Andrea’s signature clear guidance, Ever-Green Vietnamese proves that bold, comforting Vietnamese cooking can be both everyday and extraordinary.

Who’s it for?

Perfect for vegetarians, flexitarians, and home cooks looking to explore Vietnamese flavors with a fresh, healthful approach—without sacrificing depth or joy.

Spices to pair with this cookbook:

  • Star Anise: Adds warm depth to broths like vegetarian pho
  • White Pepper (Ground): Subtly spicy and essential for stir-fries and savory sauces
  • Ginger Powder: An easy pantry go-to for quick soups, dressings, and pickles
  • Chili Crisp Mix: A versatile topper for noodles, rice bowls, and veggie fritters