Vietnamese Noodle Bowl (Bun Thit Nuong)

Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this Vietnamese Noodle Bowl (Bun Thit Nuong), a beautifully balanced dish that's equal parts fresh and savory. Featuring tender, lemongrass-marinated grilled pork, delicate rice vermicelli noodles, and a colorful assortment of crisp vegetables, this recipe is a true feast for the senses. Topped with fragrant herbs like mint and cilantro, a sprinkle of roasted peanuts, and served with a tangy-sweet Nuoc Cham sauce, every bite offers the perfect harmony of textures and flavors. Ready in under an hour and perfect for any season, this authentic and customizable noodle bowl is ideal for enjoying a light yet satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 g Rice vermicelli noodles
• 500 g Pork shoulder, thinly sliced
• 3 Lemongrass stalks
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Shallots, finely chopped
• 60 ml Fish sauce
• 30 ml Soy sauce
• 40 g Sugar
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 Cucumber, julienned
• 1 Carrots, julienned
• 100 g Bean sprouts
• 20 g Fresh mint leaves
• 20 g Fresh cilantro
• 50 g Roasted peanuts, chopped
• 1 Lime, cut into wedges
• 1 Red chili, sliced
• 120 ml Nuoc cham sauce
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the marinade for the pork. In a bowl, combine minced lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 2

Add the thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

Step 3

While the pork is marinating, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the rice vermicelli noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a little vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Remove the pork from the marinade and grill each piece for about 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely charred and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

Step 6

To assemble, divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls.

Step 7

Top each bowl with grilled pork slices.

Step 8

Add julienned cucumber, carrots, and bean sprouts around the pork.

Step 9

Scatter fresh mint leaves and cilantro on top, followed by a sprinkle of chopped roasted peanuts.

Step 10

Serve with lime wedges, sliced chili, and a small bowl of Nuoc cham sauce for drizzling over the noodles.

Step 11

Mix all the components in your bowl and enjoy your flavorful Vietnamese noodle dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1769.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3323.8

Total Fat 154.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 10757.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 360.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 69.7g
Protein 139.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 495.2mg	0%
Iron 34.0mg	0%
Potassium 4976.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 42.5%