Bo Bun is a flavorful, light dish that is perfect for any occasion. Combining rice vermicelli, fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and marinated beef, it delivers an explosion of flavors typical of Vietnamese cuisine.

Why try this Bo Bun recipe?

• Easy to prepare: A few simple steps are all you need to create a delicious dish.
• Authentic flavors: The balance between fresh vegetables, tender beef, and nuoc-mâm sauce is irresistible.
• Easy-to-find ingredients: A simple ingredient list that can easily be adapted to your taste.

Why try this Bo Bun recipe?

Ingredients (for 2 people)

• 300 g thinly sliced beef (preferably tenderloin)
• 200 g rice vermicelli (bún)
• 50 g roasted peanuts
• 1 to 2 red chilies (optional)
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 3 stalks of lemongrass
• 30 g fried onions
• 1 lemon
• Fresh vegetables: Thai basil, coriander, bean sprouts, lettuce leaves, cucumber (and optionally tomatoes or julienned green papaya).
• Seasonings: Fish sauce (nuoc-mâm), sugar, salt, oil, oyster sauce, soy sauce, ground pepper.

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Preparing the Bo Bun

1. Marinate the beef

Mix the meat with:

• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp salt

A pinch of ground pepper

Leave to marinate for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the vegetables

• Wash and cut the fresh herbs (basil, coriander, lettuce leaves).
• Blanch the bean sprouts in hot water for 1 to 2 minutes, then drain.
• Cut the cucumber and, if desired, the green papaya into julienne strips.

3. Prepare the garlic, lemongrass, and peanuts

• Finely crush or chop the garlic, chilies, and lemongrass.
• Lightly crush the roasted peanuts.
• Squeeze the lemon to extract the juice.

4. Prepare the nuoc-mâm sauce

In a bowl, mix:

• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 6 tbsp lukewarm water

The juice of 1 lemon

Add half of the chopped garlic and chili.

Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Adjust to taste, making it sweeter, saltier, or more acidic as desired.

Gently heat the sauce to around 60 °C to intensify the flavors.

5. Cook the beef

• Heat a little oil in a frying pan.
• Add the remaining garlic and lemongrass, then sauté until fragrant.
• Add the marinated beef and stir-fry quickly over high heat so it stays juicy.
• Remove from the heat as soon as the beef is cooked to your preferred doneness.

6. Assemble the Bo Bun

Place a portion of rice vermicelli (bún) in a bowl.

Add:

• The fresh vegetables
• The stir-fried beef
• The crushed peanuts
• The fried onions

Generously drizzle with the warm nuoc-mâm sauce.

Mix gently before serving.

Tips to make this dish even better

• Customize the vegetables: Add grated carrots or replace the bean sprouts with green beans.
• Homemade sauce: Adjust the acidity or sweetness of the sauce to suit your preference.
• Garnish: Add a few coriander leaves or pieces of chili for extra color.

Conclusion

Bo Bun recipe

Bo Bun is an easy-to-prepare dish that brings together fresh, light, and balanced flavors. Ideal for a quick meal or a special occasion, this combination of soft rice vermicelli, juicy beef, and crunchy vegetables will delight every fan of Vietnamese cuisine. Try this recipe today and let your taste buds take you on a journey through Vietnam!