Bun Cha Recipe
A Vietnamese dish featuring grilled pork and noodle.
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Ingredients
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Marinated Pork
Noodles & Vegetables
Dipping Sauce
Method
Marinated Pork Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Pork
In a bowl, combine the sliced pork with fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, minced shallots, black pepper, and vegetable oil. Mix well to ensure the pork is evenly coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Cooking Noodles & Pork
- 2
Cook the Noodles
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the rice vermicelli noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually 3-5 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- 3
Grill the Pork
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated pork slices on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 4
Make the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, water, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chili. Adjust the sweetness and heat to taste. Set aside for serving.
Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Dish
In a serving bowl, place a portion of rice vermicelli noodles. Top with grilled pork, fresh herbs, lettuce leaves, and julienned cucumber. Serve with the dipping sauce on the side.
