Vietnamese Pork Patties with Dipping Sauce

Tender, savory, and bursting with bold Southeast Asian flavors, these Vietnamese Pork Patties with Dipping Sauce are a must-try for any fan of Vietnamese cuisine. Made with ground pork seasoned with fragrant shallots, garlic, fish sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, these perfectly seared patties are juicy and packed with umami in every bite. The dish comes to life with an irresistible zesty dipping sauce featuring lime juice, fish sauce, and optional red chili for a spicy kick. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these patties are as versatile as they are delicious—serve them with steamed rice, vermicelli noodles, or even wrapped in crisp lettuce for a fresh, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro or Thai basil, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive homemade take on Vietnamese street food. Search no further for your next culinary adventure!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground pork
• 1 medium Shallot (finely minced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
• 2 tbsp Fish sauce
• 1 tsp Brown sugar
• 0.5 tsp Ground white pepper
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil (for greasing)
• 1 tbsp Water
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Fish sauce (for dipping sauce)
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Sugar (for dipping sauce)
• 3 tbsp Water (for dipping sauce)
• 1 small Red chili (sliced, optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh herbs (optional; mint or Thai basil)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, minced shallot, minced garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, ground white pepper, cornstarch, and 1 tbsp of water. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated, but avoid over-mixing.

Step 2

With your hands, form the pork mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. You should have around 12 patties.

Step 3

Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Cook the patties in batches, if necessary, for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and fully cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 160°F (70°C).

Step 5

While the patties are cooking, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing lime juice, fish sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and water in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Add the sliced chili if desired.

Step 6

Once the patties are done, transfer them to a serving plate and garnish with chopped cilantro and optional fresh herbs like mint or Thai basil.

Step 7

Serve the pork patties hot with the prepared dipping sauce on the side. Pair with steamed rice, vermicelli noodles, or lettuce wraps for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(809.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1790.6

Total Fat 117.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 450mg	0%
Sodium 5629.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 136.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 199.0mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 349.2mg	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: 59.8%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 9.6%