Grilled Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli Bowl (Bún thịt nướng)

Bún thịt nướng, also known as Grilled Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli Bowl, is a popular Vietnamese dish that features marinated grilled beef served over vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs, pickled vegetables, and a savory fish sauce dressing. This dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Grilled Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli Bowl (Bún thịt nướng)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp lemongrass, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 8 oz vermicelli noodles, cooked and drained
  • Assorted fresh herbs (such as mint, cilantro, and Thai basil)
  • Pickled carrots and daikon
  • Cucumber, julienned
  • Crushed peanuts
  • Fish sauce dressing (recipe below)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the beef, lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
  3. Divide the cooked vermicelli noodles among serving bowls. Top with the grilled beef, fresh herbs, pickled vegetables, and julienned cucumber.
  4. Sprinkle with crushed peanuts and drizzle with fish sauce dressing.
  5. Toss everything together before enjoying!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Grill or grill pan Bowl for marinating Serving bowls

Tools

Tongs Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the Bún thịt nướng with a side of Vietnamese spring rolls for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Make extra fish sauce dressing to have on hand for other Vietnamese dishes or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls.

Cost

$15