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Vietnamese Pork Bun Cha | Marion's Kitchen

Name: Vietnamese Pork Bun Cha | Marion's Kitchen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 500g (1 lb) pork mince; 500g (1 lb) pork belly, sliced; vegetable oil for grilling; 500g (1 lb) dried vermicelli noodles, cooked according to packet instructions; 3 red chillies, seeded and finely chopped; 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped; mint to serve; Thai basil to serve; lettuce leaves to serve; Marinade:; ¼ cup fish sauce; 4 small Asian shallots or 2 eschallots, finely chopped; 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 tbsp white sugar; 1 tsp ground black pepper; Pickled papaya (optional):; ½ cup white vinegar; ½ cup white sugar; 1 tsp sea salt; 100g (3.5 oz / 0.2 lbs) thinly sliced green papaya or carrot; Dressing:; ½ cup fish sauce; 3 tbsp white vinegar; ¾ cup white sugar; 1 cup water; 2 tbsp lime juice

Prep 15m

Cook 1h

Total 1h 15m

This Vietnamese Pork Bun Cha is a delicious dish featuring grilled pork belly and minced pork, served with noodles, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing. The pork is marinated in a flavorful blend of fish sauce, garlic, and soy sauce. Top with pickled papaya for a burst of flavor.