Bún Chả Hà Nội
Grilled Pork with Vermicelli
A classic Hanoi dish featuring grilled pork patties and slices served with rice vermicelli, fresh herbs, and a sweet-sour dipping sauce.
Other variations:
Bún chả que tre, Bún chả kẹp vỉ, Bún chả chan, Bún chả trộn
Category
Noodle Dish
Region
Northern Vietnam
Preparation Time
1h25
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
About this recipe
Originating in Hanoi, Bún Chả has been a local favorite for decades, traditionally sold at street stalls. It became internationally famous after being enjoyed by US President Barack Obama and chef Anthony Bourdain during their 2016 visit to Vietnam.
Ingredients List
300 g pork belly (thinly sliced)
300 g ground pork
400 g dried rice vermicelli
3 tbsp fish sauce
3 tbsp sugar
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 shallots (minced)
1 tbsp vinegar
juice of 1 lime
100 g green papaya or carrot (julienned)
fresh herbs to serve
chili as desired
Materials & Tools
Charcoal grill or stovetop grill pan
mixing bowls
tongs
large serving platter
small bowls for dipping sauce
Preparation steps
Total Time :
1h25
Active Time :
1h25
Cooking Time
–
Step 1
Marinate Pork
Slice pork belly and prepare ground pork. Marinate each with fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and shallots for at least 30 minutes.
30 min
Step 2
Shape Patties
Form the ground pork mixture into small round patties with damp hands.
10 min
Step 3
Grill Pork
Grill pork belly slices and patties over charcoal or pan until cooked and lightly charred.
20 min
Step 4
Make Dipping Sauce
Combine fish sauce, sugar, vinegar, lime juice, minced garlic, chili, and shredded papaya or carrot until sugar dissolves.
10 min
Step 5
Cook Vermicelli
Arrange vermicelli, grilled pork, and herbs in bowls. Serve with dipping sauce.
10 min
Step 6
Assemble Bowl
Arrange vermicelli, grilled pork, and herbs in bowls. Serve with dipping sauce.
5 min
Step 7
Step 8
Chef’s Tips
For authentic flavor, use charcoal grilling; serve pork and sauce hot with cold noodles and fresh herbs for contrast.
Serving Suggestions
Fresh herbs, sliced chili, pickled papaya or carrot, extra dipping sauce
Nutritional info
450 kcal25 g protein20 g fat45 g carbs
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