Cao Lầu
Cao Lầu is a Vietnamese noodle dish from Hoi An, characterized by its unique chewy noodles, pork, and fresh herbs. The noodles are traditionally made with local well water and lye, giving them a distinct texture and flavor. This recipe offers a home-cook friendly version.
O rețetă originală de Forkin
- Durată totală
- 1 oră 45 min.
- Porții
- 4
- Dificultate
- Medie
- Per porție
- 1.098 kcal
Informații despre alergeni: poate conține pește, gluten, soia și boabe de soia. Verifică întotdeauna ambalajele ingredientelor dacă ai o alergie.
Pregătirea ingredientelor
Ingrediente
pork
- 500 gpork belly, skin on, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 2 buc.shallot, finely chopped
- 3 cățelgarlic, minced
- 3 lingurăfish sauce
- 2 lingurăsoy sauce
- 1 lingurădark soy sauce
- 1 lingurăsugar
- 0,5 lingurițăblack pepper, freshly ground
- 2 canăwater
noodles
- 400 grice noodles, thick, flat (e.g., fresh udon or similar for texture)
garnish
- 200 gbean sprouts
- 200 glettuce, shredded
- 0,25 canămint, fresh leaves
- 0,25 canăthai basil, fresh leaves
- 0,25 canăcilantro, fresh leaves, chopped
- 1 buc.lime, cut into wedges
- 1 buc.chili, fresh, sliced(opțional)
- 50 gpork cracklings, crushed(opțional)
Ustensile
large bowl · large pot · dutch oven · cutting board · knife
Mod de preparare
Pas cu pas
- 1
Prepare the pork: In a large bowl, combine the pork belly cubes with shallot, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or longer in the refrigerator.
Aproximativ 30 min.
Nota bucătarului: Marinating longer will enhance the flavor of the pork.
- 2
Cook the pork: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork belly and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Aproximativ 7 min.
Nota bucătarului: Browning the pork adds depth of flavor to the braise.
- 3
Braise the pork: Pour in the water, ensuring the pork is mostly submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Aproximativ 1 oră
Nota bucătarului: The pork should be fork-tender but not falling apart.
- 4
Prepare the noodles: While the pork is braising, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
Aproximativ 10 min.
Nota bucătarului: For a chewier texture, undercook the noodles slightly.
- 5
Prepare the garnishes: Wash and prepare the bean sprouts, shredded lettuce, mint, Thai basil, cilantro, sliced lime, and optional fresh chili and pork cracklings.
Aproximativ 10 min.
Nota bucătarului: Have all garnishes ready for quick assembly.
- 6
Assemble the Cao Lầu: Divide the cooked noodles among serving bowls. Top with a generous portion of the braised pork and some of the rich braising liquid.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Ensure each bowl gets a good amount of the flavorful sauce.
- 7
Garnish and serve: Arrange the bean sprouts, shredded lettuce, mint, Thai basil, and cilantro over the pork and noodles. Garnish with lime wedges, fresh chili slices, and crushed pork cracklings if desired. Serve immediately.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Let guests add lime and chili to their preference.
Per porție
Valori nutriționale
- Calorii
- 1.098,4kcal
- Proteine
- 26,9g
- Carbohidrați
- 103,8g
- Grăsimi
- 68,4g
- Fibre
- 4,1g
- Zahăr
- 7,6g
Estimare bazată pe cantitățile ingredientelor din rețetă. Valorile pot varia în funcție de mărci și înlocuiri.
Păstrează gustul bun
Store leftover pork and noodles separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Reheat pork gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. Reboil noodles briefly if desired.