Sugar-Free Bun Cha
Discover the bold and vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this Sugar-Free Bun Cha recipe, a healthy twist on the iconic dish from Hanoi. Perfectly grilled pork patties and succulent pork belly slices are paired with light and airy vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs like mint and basil, and crisp cucumber and lettuce for a refreshing, guilt-free indulgence. Instead of relying on added sugar, the dipping sauce shines with a balanced tanginess from lime juice and rice vinegar, complemented by a hint of heat from fresh chili. Ready in under an hour, this sugar-free variation of bun cha is a wholesome, flavor-packed meal that's perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Treat your taste buds to a harmony of smoky grilled meats, bright herbs, and zesty sauce, all in one delightful bowl.
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Ingredients
- 500 g Ground pork
- 200 g Pork belly
- 60 ml Fish sauce
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Shallots, minced
- 1 tsp Black pepper, freshly cracked
- 400 g Cooked vermicelli noodles
- 50 g Fresh mint leaves
- 50 g Fresh basil leaves
- 100 g Lettuce leaves
- 1 Cucumber, sliced
- 60 ml Lime juice
- 1 Chili, finely chopped
- 120 ml Warm water
- 60 ml Rice vinegar
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, fish sauce, minced garlic, minced shallots, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 2
Form the mixture into small patties, about the size of a golf ball, then flatten them slightly.
Step 3
Slice the pork belly into thin strips.
Step 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the pork patties and pork belly slices for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and nicely charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.
Step 5
To make the dipping sauce, in a bowl, combine lime juice, rice vinegar, warm water, chopped chili, and a pinch of pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste as needed.
Step 6
Arrange cooked vermicelli noodles on serving plates. Top with grilled pork patties and pork belly slices.
Step 7
Serve with fresh mint, basil, lettuce leaves, and cucumber slices on the side.
Step 8
Drizzle the dipping sauce over the noodles and pork, or serve it on the side for dipping, as preferred.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1703.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3306.9 |
| Total Fat 213.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 594mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5612.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 155.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.9g | |
| Protein 169.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 536.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1486.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories