Vietnamese Grilled Pork Buns
A classic Vietnamese dish featuring grilled pork served in a crispy bun with various toppings.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound pork shoulder
- ●4-6 vietnamese bun
- ●1 package noodle wrapper
- ●2-3 rest bun
- ●1 tablespoon cha
- ●4-6 meat wrapper
- ●1/4 cup water
- ●2 tablespoons fish sauce
- ●2 tablespoons lime juice
- ●1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Stir well to combine.
- 2
Add the marinade to the pork shoulder and mix until the pork is well coated.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- 4
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 5
Remove the pork from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- 6
Once the pork is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
- 7
Cut the Vietnamese bun in half and toast it lightly.
- 8
Assemble the buns by placing a few slices of the grilled pork onto the bun, followed by a spoonful of the noodle wrapper and a sprinkle of cha.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Note: You can also serve the grilled pork with a side of pickled carrots and daikon for added flavor and texture.
- 11
To make the pickled carrots and daikon, combine 1 cup of sliced carrots and daikon, 1/4 cup of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a small bowl. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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You can also add some sliced cucumber, cilantro, and sriracha to the buns for added flavor and texture.