Bún Thịt Nướng (Vietnamese Grilled Pork Noodles)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
284 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Vietnamese
Bún Thịt Nướng (Vietnamese Grilled Pork Noodles)
Description
Bún Thịt Nướng (Vietnamese Grilled Pork Noodles) starts with thinly sliced pork shoulder marinated in a blend including lemongrass, garlic, shallots, black pepper, brown sugar, bouillon powder, five-spice, oyster sauce, fish sauce, honey, and avocado oil. Marinating for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer, helps develop deep flavors. The pork is then grilled or baked on skewers until cooked through and slightly charred.
Meanwhile, vermicelli noodles are cooked, rinsed under cold water to prevent sticking, and served as a base. The grilled pork is arranged on top with fresh and pickled vegetables—pickled daikon and carrot, sliced cucumber, lettuce, mint, and bean sprouts—to create a vibrant, textural contrast. Crushed peanuts add nuttiness and crunch.
This meal balances smoky, savory pork with cool, crisp vegetables and fragrant herbs, making it a popular dish that is often eaten as a refreshing and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Grilled Pork
- 1-2 pounds pork shoulder thinly sliced against the grain, or pork butt
- 3 tablespoons lemongrass stems minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced, 1 clove
- 1 tablespoon shallot minced
- 2 teaspoons black pepper or white pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons Chinese five spice seasoning
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 Thai Chili pepper optional
For the Noodle Bowl
- vermicelli noodles
- carrot pickled
- daikon radish pickled
- peanuts crushed
- cucumber sliced
- lettuce
- mint
- bean sprouts
- fish sauce also known as nuoc cham
Instructions
- Marinate the Pork – Finely mince shallots, garlic, and lemongrass. Thinly slice the pork against the grain. In a large bowl, mix the aromatics with pepper, brown sugar, bouillon powder, five-spice, oyster sauce, fish sauce, honey, and avocado oil. Toss the pork in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes (for best flavor, marinate 4 hours or overnight).
Bake or Grill the Pork
- Oven Method: Preheat to 400°F. Thread pork onto skewers and rest them across a baking tray so they’re lifted for even heat circulation. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.Grill Method: Preheat grill to medium-high heat, lightly oil the grates, and cook skewers for 3-5 minutes per side until charred and fully cooked.
- Prepare the Vermicelli – Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Bowls – Divide vermicelli into bowls, top with grilled pork, and arrange lettuce, bean sprouts, sliced cucumber, and fresh herbs around the edges.
- Serve & Enjoy – Drizzle generously with nuoc cham and dig in.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 703mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 245mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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