Rice Vermicelli Salad With Grilled Pork and Spring Rolls

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Rice Vermicelli Salad With Grilled Pork and Spring Rolls
in Vietnamese

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 -12 ounces dry rice noodles
1 lb lean boneless pork fillet
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 cup carrot , julienned
1/2 cup cucumber , seeded and julienned
1/2 cup mint , chopped ( cilantro is an acceptable substitute )
1/4 cup peanuts , chopped
3 prepared egg rolls or 3 spring rolls
1/4 cup nuoc cham sauce ( Nuoc Cham Sauce - Dipping Fish Sauce )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
650
Sugar
9g
Fat
27g
Rice vermicelli salad with grilled pork and spring rolls is a Vietnamese dish that is both light and flavorful. It's perfect for a quick lunch or a summer dinner. The fresh veggies and herbs perfectly complement the juicy pork and crispy egg rolls. The sauce adds a tart, sweet and savory flavor making it a delightful taste sensation. In Vietnam, this dish is often called ‘bun cha gio' which means rice noodles with grilled meat and egg rolls. The dish is healthy, easy to make, and delicious, it’s perfect for family dinner, parties, or even meal prep. It's a recipe that you'll come back to time and time again.

Instructions

1.Cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2.Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season pork with soy sauce and garlic powder. Grill for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
3.Place julienned carrots and cucumbers in a large mixing bowl.
4.Add cooked rice noodles and toss well.
5.Add sliced pork and chopped mint to the mixing bowl. Toss gently.
6.Slice the prepared egg rolls or spring rolls into bite-sized rounds. Add to the mixing bowl and toss gently.
7.Drizzle nuoc cham sauce over the top of the salad and sprinkle chopped peanuts over everything.
8.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, juicy pork, and crispy spring rolls.
The addition of nuoc cham sauce ties all the flavors together in one tasty dish.

CONS

This dish can be time-consuming to prepare, and you will need access to a grill to cook the pork fillets properly.

The nuoc cham sauce is high in sodium, so take care if you are watching your salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein and fiber and low in fat. It is also low in added sugars if you choose a nuoc cham sauce without added sugar.
The vegetables in this dish provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A and vitamin C.

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