Bún Mực Nước Dừa

Bún Mực Nước Dừa is a delightful Vietnamese seafood dish featuring tender squid in a creamy coconut broth served over rice noodles. This unique dish combines the sweetness of coconut with the freshness of seafood, creating a deliciously aromatic experience.

Bún Mực Nước Dừa
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Vietnamese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Rice vermicelli noodles - 100 grams
  • Squid, cleaned and sliced - 200 grams
  • Coconut milk - 200 ml
  • Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
  • Shallots, sliced - 2
  • Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
  • Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
  • Red chili, sliced (optional) - 1
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sliced shallots, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced squid to the pot and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. To serve, place a portion of the cooked rice vermicelli in a bowl, ladle the squid and coconut broth over the noodles, and garnish with chopped cilantro, green onions, and sliced red chili if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from squid, promoting heart health.
  • Coconut milk provides healthy fats and adds a creamy texture, enhancing digestion.

Tags

VietnameseHalalSeafood Dish