Bún Tôm Hùm

Bún Tôm Hùm is a delightful Vietnamese dish featuring succulent lobster served over a bed of fresh low-carb noodles. This flavorful meal is complemented by a zesty herb sauce and vibrant vegetables, making it a perfect low-carb option.

Bún Tôm Hùm
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Vietnamese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Lobster tail - 200 grams
  • Zucchini noodles - 200 grams
  • Coconut aminos - 3 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Red chili - 1, sliced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the lobster tails and cook for 6-8 minutes until bright red and cooked through. Remove from water and let cool.
  2. While the lobster is cooling, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing gently for about 3-4 minutes until just tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos, lime juice, and fish sauce to create a dressing.
  5. Peel the cooled lobster tails, removing the meat from the shell, and slice into bite-sized pieces.
  6. To serve, place a bed of zucchini noodles in each bowl, top with lobster meat, and drizzle with the dressing. Garnish with fresh cilantro, mint, and sliced red chili.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh herbs and vegetables.

Tags

VietnameseLow CarbMain Dish