Bún Chả Cá Nướng

Bún Chả Cá Nướng is a flavorful Vietnamese dish featuring grilled fish patties served over a bed of vermicelli noodles, making it both satisfying and low in carbohydrates. This dish is a delightful combination of fresh herbs and zesty flavors, perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Fish fillets (white fish such as tilapia or cod) - 300 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Shallots (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large leaves
• Rice vermicelli noodles (low-carb option) - 100 grams
• Spring onions (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Lime wedges - 2

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped shallots, fish sauce, black pepper, turmeric powder, and chopped cilantro.
2. Add the fish fillets to the mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. While the fish is marinating, cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Shape the marinated fish into patties.
5. Grill the fish patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.
6. To serve, place a portion of cooked vermicelli noodles on a plate, top with grilled fish patties, and garnish with lettuce leaves and chopped spring onions.
7. Serve with lime wedges on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from fish, promoting muscle health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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