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Cao lầu

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Cao lầu is a delicious Vietnamese dish that originated in the city of Hoi An. It's a unique combination of thick rice noodles, juicy slices of pork, fragrant herbs, and crunchy bean sprouts. The dish is usually topped with crispy pork rinds and served with a side of lime and chili sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 1120
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound thick rice noodles
  • 1 pound pork belly (sliced into thin pieces)
  • 1 pound bean sprouts
  • 1/2 pound pork rinds (crushed)
  • Fresh herbs (such as mint, basil, and cilantro) for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Chili sauce for serving
For the marinade:
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color)
For the broth:
  • 4 cups pork broth or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
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Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix together the marinade ingredients. Add the sliced pork belly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a separate pot, bring the broth to a simmer. Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Keep it warm on low heat.
  4. Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the marinated pork belly until it turns brown and crispy. Set it aside.
  5. In the same pan, add the bean sprouts and sauté them for a few minutes until they become slightly tender.
  6. To serve, divide the cooked noodles among bowls. Top each bowl with the sautéed bean sprouts, crispy pork belly, crushed pork rinds, and fresh herbs.
  7. Ladle the warm broth over the noodles and garnish with lime wedges.
  8. Serve the Cao lầu hot with chili sauce on the side for those who prefer a spicy kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 1120kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 54gFat: 79gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 4295mgPotassium: 512mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 3mg

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