Vietnamese Noodle Soup with Chicken Pork & Egg Bún Thang Recipes

rice vermicelli

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs, while spaghetti is a cost-effective substitute.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned chicken is often less expensive.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken breast is leaner, and ground turkey is often cheaper.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

Prepare the noodles according to package instructions.

Boil chicken until fully cooked, then shred it.

In a pot, add Vietnamese ham and shredded pork, and simmer until tender.

Strain the broth and return it to the pot.

Add mushrooms and simmer for a few minutes.

In a separate pan, scramble eggs and set aside.

Prepare bowls with noodles, shredded chicken, and pork.

Ladle hot broth over the noodles and meats.

Garnish with sliced eggs, scallions, cilantro, and bean sprouts.

Season with fried garlic, peppers, and shrimp paste to taste.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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