Bo Bun is a tasty, light dish that is perfect for any occasion. Combining rice vermicelli, fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables and marinated beef, it offers an explosion of flavors typical of Vietnamese cuisine.
Quick summary
Why try this Bo Bun recipe?
- Easy to prepare: Simple steps create an exquisite dish.
- Authentic flavors: The balance between the freshness of the vegetables, the tenderness of the beef and the nuoc-mâm sauce is irresistible.
- Accessible ingredients: A simple list that can be adapted to your tastes.
Why try this Bo Bun recipe?
Ingredients (for 2 people)
- Meat: 300 g of minced beef (preferably fillet).
- Rice vermicelli (bún): 400 g.
- Roasted peanuts: 50 g.
- Red peppers: 1 to 2 (optional).
- Garlic: 2 cloves.
- Lemongrass: 3 stems.
- Fried onion: 30 g.
- Lemon: 1.
- Fresh vegetables: Thai basil, coriander, bean sprouts, salad leaves, cucumber (and possibly julienned tomatoes or green papaya).
- Seasonings: Fish sauce (nuoc-mâm), sugar, salt, oil, bouillon powder, oyster sauce, soy sauce, ground pepper.
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Instructions for preparing Bo Bun
1. Preparation of ingredients
Marinade for beef:
Mix the meat with:
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp. bouillon powder
A pinch of ground pepper
Let marinate for 30 minutes.
Preparation of vegetables:
- Wash and chop fresh herbs (basil, coriander, salad leaves).
- Blanch the bean sprouts for 1 to 2 minutes in hot water, then drain.
- Cut the cucumber and, if desired, the green papaya into julienne strips.
Other preparations:
- Finely crush the garlic, chillies and lemongrass.
- Lightly crush the roasted peanuts.
- Squeeze the lemon to obtain the juice.
2. Prepare the nuoc-mâm sauce
In a bowl, mix:
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp warm water
The juice of a lemon
Add the chopped garlic and chili pepper.
Stir until the sugar dissolves. Adjust to your taste (more or less sweet, salty or sour).
Heat the sauce slightly to around 60°C to intensify the flavours.
3. Cooking the beef
- Heat a little oil in a frying pan.
- Add half the garlic and lemongrass, then sauté until fragrant.
- Add the marinated beef and cook over high heat, stirring quickly to keep it juicy.
- Remove from heat as soon as the beef is cooked through.
4. Assembling the Bo Bun
Place a portion of rice vermicelli (bún) in a bowl.
Add :
- Fresh vegetables
- Stir-fried beef
- Crushed peanuts
- Fried onions
Drizzle generously with hot nuoc-mâm sauce.
Mix gently before serving.
Tips to enhance this dish
- Customize the vegetables: Add grated carrots or substitute green beans for the bean sprouts.
- Homemade Sauce: Adjust the acidity or sweetness of the sauce to your preference.
- Garnish: Add a few coriander leaves or chilli pieces for extra colour.
Conclusion
Bo Bun Recipe
Bo Bun is an easy dish to prepare, combining fresh, light and balanced flavors. Ideal for a quick meal or a special occasion, this mixture of soft vermicelli, juicy beef and crunchy vegetables will delight all lovers of Vietnamese cuisine. Try this recipe today to travel through your taste buds!
