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Bun Cha

Grilled pork in dipping sauce - Hanoi's signature. This authentic Vietnamese bun cha brings traditional flavors to your kitchen. Worth the moderate effort.

18
Prep (min)
42
Cook (min)
4
Servings
413
Calories

Ingredients

  • pork patties
  • pork belly
  • rice noodles
  • nuoc cham
  • herbs
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • fish sauce to taste
  • 1 teaspoon star anise
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare all ingredients: pork patties, pork belly, rice noodles. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

  2. 2

    Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and fish sauce. Let marinate 1-2 hours.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Charring aromatics - this is essential for authentic Vietnamese flavor.

  5. 5

    Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

  7. 7

    Season with fish sauce and star anise. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately while hot.

  9. 9

    Garnish and serve with traditional rice noodles.

Nutrition (per serving)

413
Calories
28g
Protein
58g
Carbs
16g
Fat

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