Home ยป Bun Cha Bliss: Grilled Pork Vermicelli Salad with Zesty Dipping Sauce
Bun Cha
About the Dish:
Bun Cha is a popular Vietnamese dish consisting of grilled pork served with rice noodles, fresh herbs, and a flavorful dipping sauce. The dish originated in Hanoi and has since become a favorite street food across Vietnam. The combination of tender grilled pork, refreshing herbs, and tangy sauce creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Bun Cha is typically enjoyed for lunch or dinner and is a satisfying and delicious meal.
Nutrition Information:
Nutrient
Amount
Total Fat
12g
Saturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
45mg
Sodium
800mg
Total Carbohydrates
45g
Dietary Fiber
3g
Sugars
5g
Protein
20g
Ingredients:
Ingredient
Quantity
Grilled Pork
500g
Rice Noodles
200g
Fresh Herbs (mint, cilantro)
1 cup
Bean Sprouts
1 cup
Garlic
3 cloves
Chili Pepper
1
Fish Sauce
3 tablespoons
Lime Juice
2 tablespoons
Sugar
1 tablespoon
Water
1/4 cup
Cooking Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the grill and grill the pork until cooked through. Slice into thin pieces.
Step 2: Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 3: Mince the garlic and chili pepper. In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, minced garlic, minced chili pepper, and water to make the dipping sauce.
Step 4: Arrange the cooked rice noodles, grilled pork, fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and dipping sauce on a serving platter.
Step 5: To eat, take a small portion of rice noodles, top with grilled pork, herbs, and bean sprouts. Dip in the sauce and enjoy!
