Low Carb Bun Cha
Savor the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with this Low Carb Bun Cha recipe, a healthier twist on the traditional dish. Juicy, herb-infused pork patties are perfectly grilled and served atop a bed of crisp zucchini noodles (zoodles) for a low-carb alternative to rice noodles. Fresh herbs like mint, basil, and cilantro, along with crunchy lettuce, add a burst of freshness, while a tangy and slightly spicy dipping sauce made with lime juice, fish sauce, and red chili ties it all together. This recipe is quick and satisfying, taking just 40 minutes to prepare and cook, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or light summer meals. Gluten-free, keto-friendly, and packed with flavor, this dish is sure to become a staple in your healthy recipe repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 500 g ground pork
- 1 small onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp stevia
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 3 medium zucchini
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 1 red chili
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, stevia, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 3
Form the pork mixture into small patties, about 5 cm wide.
Step 4
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush with olive oil. Grill the pork patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through and browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 5
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles (zoodles) from the zucchini and set aside.
Step 6
For the dipping sauce, finely chop the red chili (remove seeds for less heat) and combine it with lime juice, water, the remaining tablespoon of fish sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
Step 7
To assemble, distribute the zucchini noodles evenly among serving bowls. Top with grilled pork patties, fresh mint, cilantro, basil and a couple of lettuce leaves.
Step 8
Serve with the dipping sauce on the side, allowing each person to drizzle over their bowl according to taste.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1702.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2021.1 |
| Total Fat 121.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | |
| Cholesterol 450mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8456.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 90.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 57.7g | |
| Protein 146.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 707.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2779.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories