Bánh Tằm Bì

Bánh Tằm Bì is a delightful Vietnamese breakfast dish featuring low-carb noodle alternatives made from konjac flour, paired with savory shredded pork and fresh herbs. This dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a nutritious start to your day.

Ingredients

• Konjac noodles - 200 grams
• Cooked pork belly - 100 grams, shredded
• Pork skin - 50 grams, shredded
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Chili peppers - 1, sliced (optional)
• Crushed peanuts - 2 tablespoons (optional)
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Prepare konjac noodles according to package instructions, usually by rinsing and boiling them briefly.
2. In a bowl, mix shredded pork belly, pork skin, fish sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and half of the cilantro and mint. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
3. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the coconut milk and the marinated pork mixture, stirring occasionally until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. To serve, place a portion of konjac noodles in a bowl, top with the coconut milk and pork mixture, and garnish with remaining cilantro, mint, sliced chili peppers, and crushed peanuts if using.
5. Enjoy your Bánh Tằm Bì warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein from the pork, supporting muscle health.

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