Craving for a delicious and healthy dish but short on time? Look no further! Try making Bun Chay, a refreshing and flavorful Vietnamese rice noodle salad that can be prepared in just 15 minutes. Bun Chay features thin rice noodles tossed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing. It’s a light and nutritious meal that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients:
- 200g dried rice noodles (vermicelli)
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1-2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Red pepper flakes or chopped chili (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, lime juice, and minced garlic to make the dressing. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, julienned carrot, julienned cucumber, bean sprouts, chopped cilantro, and chopped mint leaves.
- Pour the dressing over the noodle mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients with the dressing.
- Transfer the noodle salad to serving plates or bowls.
- Garnish with chopped roasted peanuts and red pepper flakes or chopped chili (if using).
- Serve Bun Chay immediately and enjoy!
There you have it, a quick and healthy Vietnamese recipe for Bun Chay that you can easily make at home. With its refreshing flavors and simple preparation, Bun Chay is a perfect choice for a light and nutritious meal. Give it a try and enjoy this delicious Vietnamese rice noodle salad!