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Bun Cha

Cultural Context

Originating from Hanoi, Bun Cha is a beloved street food that features grilled pork served with rice vermicelli and fresh herbs. Traditionally enjoyed as a midday meal, it reflects the balance of flavors and textures in Vietnamese cuisine. Today, Bun Cha has gained popularity beyond Vietnam, inspiring variations in restaurants worldwide.

VietnameseVNmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
8 oz rice vermicelli
1 lb pork belly
1 lb pork meatballs
4 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
3 cloves garlic
2 shallots
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups vegetables
1 cup herbs
1 lime
1 chili
1 cup water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thigh is lower in fat, while pork shoulder is less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salted water

Soy sauce is a plant-based alternative, while salted water is a basic substitute.

1

Grill the pork belly and pork meatballs over charcoal until cooked through and charred.

2

Prepare a bowl of dipping sauce with fish sauce, sugar, and garlic, adding chili for spice.

3

Serve the grilled pork over rice vermicelli with fresh vegetables and herbs on the side.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingboiling

Equipment Needed

grillbowlpotserving dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Bún Chả

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