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Bun Cha Vietnamese Meatballs

Irresistible Bun Cha Vietnamese Meatballs in 30 Minutes

Discover the vibrant flavors of Bun Cha Vietnamese Meatballs in just 30 minutes — a quick, adaptable recipe that brings Hanoi's culinary delight to your kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 500 g Pork Mince or chicken/turkey for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Essential for umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon White Sugar Balances savory flavors
  • 2 stalks Green Onions/Scallions Sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 dash White Pepper For subtle heat
  • 1 salt Salt To taste
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass Optional, finely chopped
For Cooking
  • 2-3 tablespoons Oil For frying
  • 200 g Vermicelli Noodles Soak according to package instructions
  • 200 g Fresh Vegetables Beansprouts, lettuce, carrots, radish or mix
For the Nuoc Cham Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons White Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 splash Water To adjust consistency
  • 1 to taste Chilis Optional for heat
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Nuoc Cham Sauce: In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, rice wine vinegar, and white sugar. Stir until dissolved, add water and minced garlic, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Soak Vermicelli Noodles: Boil water, remove from heat, add noodles, and soak for 5-7 minutes. Drain and rinse.
  3. Make Pork Meatball Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine pork mince, fish sauce, white sugar, green onions, minced garlic, white pepper, salt, and lemongrass. Blend and form into meatballs.
  4. Cook the Meatballs: Heat oil in a skillet, add meatballs, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Assemble Your Bun Cha: On plates, place vermicelli noodles, top with meatballs, add fresh vegetables, and drizzle with Nuoc Cham sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to taste and adjust the Nuoc Cham sauce sweetness. Fresh herbs like cilantro or mint can enhance the dish.

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