Vietnamese Bun Cha with Grilled Pork and Nuoc Cham
A delectable combination of grilled pork patties served with vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, and a savory-sweet dipping sauce known as Nuoc Cham.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Pork
- 1
Mix Ingredients
Mix ground pork with fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl.
- 2
Chill
Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Tip: Marinate the pork for at least 1 hour for the best flavor infusion.
- 3
Shape Patties
Shape the pork mixture into small patties.
Tip: Ensure the pork patties are of even thickness to cook through evenly.
Preparing the Nuoc Cham Sauce
- 1
Combine Ingredients
Combine fish sauce, lime juice, water, and sugar in a bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- 2
Add Aromatics
Add garlic and sliced chili, mixing well.
Tip: Adjust the amount of chili to match your spice tolerance.
- 3
Rest Sauce
Set aside to let the flavors meld.
How to Make Vietnamese Bun Cha with Grilled Pork and Nuoc Cham
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Grilling Pork Patties
Preheat grill and cook pork patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- 2
Boiling Vermicelli
Cook vermicelli in boiling water as per package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- 3
Sauce Final Touch
Taste the Nuoc Cham and adjust lime and sugar levels to balance acidity and sweetness.
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