Bún Cá Nước Mắm

Bún Cá Nước Mắm is a refreshing Vietnamese seafood dish featuring delicate noodles topped with marinated fish and a zesty fish sauce dressing. This healthy meal is packed with flavors and nutrients, making it a delightful choice for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Bún (Vietnamese rice vermicelli) - 200 grams
• White fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod) - 200 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions, sliced - 2 tablespoons
• Cucumber, julienned - 1 small
• Carrot, julienned - 1 small
• Fresh chili, sliced (optional) - 1 small
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the bún according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces and marinate them in half of the fish sauce mixture for about 10 minutes.
4. In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the marinated fish pieces and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the fish is cooked through and golden.
5. To serve, place a portion of the cooked bún in each bowl. Top with cooked fish, julienned cucumber, carrot, and sliced green onions.
6. Drizzle the remaining fish sauce mixture over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro and fresh chili if using.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from fish that supports muscle health.
• Low in calories while providing essential vitamins from fresh vegetables.

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