How many calories are in Bun cha?
Bun cha has about 600 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Bun cha
Bun cha is a lunch vietnamese recipe with 600 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
600 kcal
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1
Protein
30 g
Ingredients
- ground pork100g
- shallot, minced1 piece
- fish sauce1 tbsp
- sugar1 tsp
- Black pepperTo taste
- For the dipping sauce:As needed
- fish sauce2 tbsp
- sugar2 tbsp
- lime juice1 tbsp
- water.5 cup
- Minced garlic and chiliTo taste
- serving of rice vermicelli noodles1 piece
- Fresh herbs (lettuce, mint, cilantro)For Serving
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Marinate 100g of ground pork with minced shallots, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Form into small patties.
- 2
Step 2
Grill the pork patties until cooked through and slightly charred.
- 3
Step 3
Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, water, and minced garlic and chili.
- 4
Step 4
Cook rice vermicelli noodles according to package directions.
- 5
Step 5
Serve the grilled pork patties in a bowl of the dipping sauce, with a side of fresh herbs (like lettuce, mint, and cilantro) and the cooked noodles.
- 6
Step 6
To eat, dip the noodles and herbs into the sauce with the pork.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
600
Protein
30g
Carbs
70g
Fat
20g
Fiber
5g
Micronutrients
Iron
2.5 mg
Zinc
3 mg
Sodium
1200 mg
Calcium
60 mg
Folate
80 mcg
Magnesium
40 mg
Potassium
500 mg
Vitamin C
20 mg
Vitamin A
100 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.8 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
FishGluten
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Bun cha can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bun cha
Is Bun cha suitable for vegetarians?
No. Bun cha is not vegetarian as written because it includes ground pork.
Is Bun cha gluten-free?
Bun cha is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes serving of rice vermicelli noodles. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Bun cha?
Yes. This recipe includes Fish and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Bun cha ahead of time?
Bun cha can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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