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Bun Bo Hue

Name: Bun Bo Hue
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Red chili peppers', 'amount': '2, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime wedges', 'amount': '4'}; {'ingredient': 'Thai basil', 'amount': '1 bunch'}; {'ingredient': 'Bean sprouts', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Vermicelli noodles', 'amount': '500 grams'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Shrimp paste', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Fish sauce', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '4 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Shallots', 'amount': '2, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemongrass', 'amount': '2 stalks, crushed'}; {'ingredient': 'Pork shoulder', 'amount': '500 grams, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Pork bones', 'amount': '500 grams'}; {'ingredient': 'Beef bones', 'amount': '500 grams'}

Bun Bo Hue, a vibrant and hearty Vietnamese noodle soup, is layered with complex flavors of both beef and pork, and infused with a kick of spice from chili oil. This dish is a delightful dance of textures, from the tender meat, the soft vermicelli noodles, to the crunchy bean sprouts. The fresh Thai basil, zesty lime wedges, and fiery red chili peppers add a final flourish of flavor, color, and excitement to the bowl. This recipe, originating from the ancient city of Hue in Vietnam, is a culinary journey that will transport your senses to the bustling street markets of Vietnam.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Red chili peppers: 2, sliced
Lime wedges: 4
Thai basil: 1 bunch
Bean sprouts: 1 cup
Vermicelli noodles: 500 grams
Chili oil: 2 tablespoons
Shrimp paste: 2 tablespoons
Fish sauce: 3 tablespoons
Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
Shallots: 2, chopped
Lemongrass: 2 stalks, crushed
Pork shoulder: 500 grams, sliced
Pork bones: 500 grams
Beef bones: 500 grams

Instructions

In a large pot, combine the beef bones, pork bones, lemongrass, shallots, and garlic. Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2 hours to create a rich and flavorful broth.
After 2 hours, remove the bones from the pot and strain the broth to remove any small bone fragments. Return the strained broth to the pot.
In the same pot, add the sliced pork shoulder, fish sauce, and shrimp paste. Let it simmer for another 30 minutes until the pork shoulder is tender.
While the pork is simmering, prepare the vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, create a spicy mixture by combining the chili oil and shrimp paste.
To serve, divide the cooked noodles among bowls. Top them with the tender slices of pork shoulder and fresh bean sprouts. Ladle the savory broth over the noodles.
Finish off each bowl with a garnish of Thai basil, lime wedges, and sliced red chili peppers for an added burst of flavor.
Serve hot and enjoy the rich flavors of this traditional Vietnamese noodle soup.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 2 hours 45 minutes • Calories: 600 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 60g • Protein: 40g • Sodium: 2000mg • Sugar: 6g