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New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe
New! Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod) view recipe

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Vegetable-forward recipes that are comforting, vibrant, and made to be shared

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A white bowl containing several pieces of fried food next to a small glass container of dark dipping sauce, placed on a light-colored surface. - Hetty Lui McKinnon

Crispy Thai Chive Pancake (Gui chai Tod)
A white bowl filled with pan-fried dumplings, sliced cucumber, avocado, and green onions on a marble surface. - Hetty Lui McKinnon

Dumpling, cucumber and avocado salad
Oval plate with sliced tomatoes, roasted chickpeas, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of white sauce, set on a marble surface with a light-colored cloth underneath. - Hetty Lui McKinnon

Beefsteak tomato salad with crispy chickpeas and lemon tahini
A bowl of soba noodle salad with chopped mango, cucumber, tomato, and cilantro on a marble surface; wooden chopsticks are beside the bowl. - Hetty Lui McKinnon

Cold soba noodle salad with peach, cucumber and tomato
Grilled vegetables and burrata cheese arranged on a wooden board, with a hand spooning dressing from a jar over the dish. - Hetty Lui McKinnon

Charred vegetables with burrata and Argentine chimichurri
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A woman in a denim shirt and jeans holds a plate of food, standing behind a table with several dishes in a warmly lit room.

A different way to cook with vegetables

I’ve spent years thinking about how we cook, eat, and gather. For me, vegetables are not about restriction or rules. They are about comfort, creativity, and connection.

These recipes are shaped by my life in kitchens, by the communities I’ve been part of, and by a belief that food can bring us closer to ourselves and to each other.

Whether you’re cooking for one, for family, or for friends, this is a place to find something that feels both simple and meaningful.

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quick dinners

noodles + pasta

soups + stews

salads that satisfy

beans + pantry meals

something sweet

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From the books

My cookbooks are where recipes and stories come together in a deeper way. Each one explores a different chapter of how I think about food, culture, and community.

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A woman sets a table with various salads and dishes, a floral centerpiece, and the book title "Linger" by Hetty Lui McKinnon is displayed in bold text.

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Cover of "Tenderheart" by Hetty Lui McKinnon, featuring vegetables arranged to resemble a smiling face on a white background.

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Cover of the cookbook "To Asia, With Love" by Hetty McKinnon, featuring a bowl of rice with an egg, vegetables, and sauce, with chopsticks and large white text overlaid.

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Four people sit on a picnic blanket sharing various vegetarian dishes, including salads, roasted vegetables, and fruit, with the book title "Family" by Hetty McKinnon displayed.

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Cover of the book "Community" by Hetty McKinnon featuring three colorful salad dishes, with a revised edition label in the upper right corner.

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Cover of the cookbook "Neighbourhood" by Hetty McKinnon, showing hands serving salads and dishes on an outdoor table set with various plates of food.