Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Bún Thịt Nướng, a Vietnamese grilled beef and rice noodle dish that bursts with freshness and color. This delightful meal features tender marinated beef grilled to perfection, served over a bed of soft rice noodles and topped with a medley of crisp vegetables and aromatic herbs. Ideal for casual family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, Bún Thịt Nướng will leave everyone at the table impressed and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb beef shoulder (or butt)
- 3 tbsp minced shallot
- 3 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp neutral cooking oil
- 1.5 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 package rice noodles
- Green leaf lettuce (butter lettuce preferred)
- Crunchy cucumbers (e.g., Persian)
- Fresh herbs: Vietnamese balm, perilla, and mint
- Pickled daikon and carrots
Instructions
- Slice beef shoulder thinly (about 5mm) for even marination.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shallot, garlic, sugar, oil, fish sauce, caramel color, and black pepper.
- Coat sliced beef in the marinade; refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Grill or bake the marinated beef until fully cooked.
- Assemble bowls with noodles, lettuce, herbs, cucumbers, and top with garnishes like pickles and peanuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg