Cao lầu
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.
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
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the marinade ingredients. Add the sliced pork belly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a separate pot, bring the broth to a simmer. Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Keep it warm on low heat.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the marinated pork belly until it turns brown and crispy. Set it aside.
- In the same pan, add the bean sprouts and sauté them for a few minutes until they become slightly tender.
- 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.
- Ladle the warm broth over the noodles and garnish with lime wedges.
- Serve the Cao lầu hot with chili sauce on the side for those who prefer a spicy kick.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 1120kcal (56%)Carbohydrates: 47g (16%)Protein: 54g (108%)Fat: 79g (122%)Saturated Fat: 28g (175%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 140mg (47%)Sodium: 4295mg (187%)Potassium: 512mg (15%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 16g (18%)Vitamin A: 70IU (1%)Vitamin C: 16mg (19%)Calcium: 62mg (6%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
