Bo Nuong La Lot (Vietnamese Beef Rolls in Leaves)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2
Bo Nuong La Lot (Vietnamese Beef Rolls in Leaves)
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
24 pickled grape leaves ( in brine )
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons garlic , minced
1 tablespoon chili paste
3 tablespoons rice wine
1 tablespoon ginger , grated
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
2 tablespoons toasted peanuts , ground
4 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon fresh red chile , minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons sugar , mixed with 2 tbsp boiling water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
612
Sugar
15g
Fat
44g
Bo Nuong La Lot is a classic Vietnamese dish that is enjoyed as a main course. The dish consists of ground beef that is mixed with an array of spices and wrapped in pickled grape leaves. The rolls are then grilled to perfection and served with a spicy dipping sauce on the side. This dish is a popular snack in Vietnam and can be found in most street food vendors. Its unique combination of flavors and textures will transport you to the streets of Ho Chi Minh City. It's easy to make and the perfect way to add variety to your dinner table.

Instructions

1.Preheat your grill to high heat.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ketchup, cornstarch, sugar, fish sauce, black pepper, soy sauce, garlic, chili paste, rice wine, ginger, and toasted peanuts. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
3.Place one pickled grape leaf on a clean and flat surface. Scoop a tablespoon of the beef mixture onto the center of the grape leaf. Roll the leaf tightly like a small burrito. Repeat until all the grape leaves and beef mixture have been used up.
4.Once your grill is heated, grill the beef rolls over high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through.
5.In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, minced red chile, lime juice, and sugar water until everything is well combined.
6.Serve the beef rolls hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

PROS

Bo Nuong La Lot is a flavorful and savory dish that is easy to make and impressively delicious.
The beef is rich and juicy, while the pickled grape leaves add a unique and tangy flavor.
The dipping sauce adds an extra level of brightness and spice to the dish.

CONS

The use of fish sauce and chili paste in the recipe may not appeal to everyone’s taste.

The preparation process of stuffing the beef into the grape leaves can be a bit time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein from the ground beef. The ginger used in the recipe is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in digestion. The lime juice and red chile can provide a source of vitamin C and capsaicin, respectively.

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