How to Make: The PERFECT Fusion of Bo Kho (Vietnamese Beef Stew) and Chili

When it comes to cooking, I tend to stick to traditional Vietnamese recipes—dishes that remind me of home, family, and the flavors I grew up with. But every now and then, inspiration strikes, and I take a creative leap. Enter my Vietnamese Bo Kho Chili, a fusion recipe combining the rich, aromatic spices of bò kho – Vietnamese beef stew with the hearty, comforting chili vibe. When I have a breakthrough success like this with any of my fusion recipes, I honestly can’t help but feel excited about it, and I’m even more excited to share it with you all! This recipe takes everything I love about all the warm and comforting flavors of bo kho—the fragrant star anise, cinnamon, and lemongrass, and brings it into chili territory. I swapped out the traditional beef shank for ground beef and continued to stay true to bò khon’s bold flavor profile with fish sauce, ginger, and annatto oil for that signature color and taste. I serve this chili over a warm bowl of fluffy jasmine rice to push the fusion even further. The combination is magic: the savory and hearty chili soaks into the rice, creating a comforting, flavorful bite every time. I top it with diced onions for crunch and chiffonade Thai basil for a bright, herbaceous finish that ties everything together. 🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more delicious recipes! The printable recipe is on my blog: https://feedthepudge.com/bo-kho-chili/ Get the Bo Kho seasoning blend here: https://amzn.to/40FmQBA Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @feedthepudge   Shop my kitchen essentials here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/feedthepudge Follow my socials: Instagram:   / feedthepudge   TikTok:   / feedthepudge   Pinterest:   / feedthepudge   Facebook:   / feedthepudge   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:55 Herb and Veggie Prep 03:50 Cooking the Bo Kho Chili 05:40 Seasonings 08:04 Plating 06:50 Salmon 07:42 Plating 08:55 Outro Watch next:    • How to Make: Salmon Spring Rolls / Ca Hoi ...      • Meal Preps, But Vietnamese Ep. 3: Roasted ...      • Meal Preps, But Vietnamese Ep.2: Stir-Frie...      • How to Make: The Most Comforting and Authe...      • Meal Preps, But Vietnamese Ep.1: Vietnames...      • How to Make: Nobu's Iconic Miso Black Cod ...