Low Carb Bun Cha
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with this healthy twist on a classic dish: Low Carb Bun Cha. Perfect for anyone seeking a flavorful, keto-friendly alternative, this recipe replaces traditional rice noodles with zucchini noodles, keeping it light yet satisfying. Grilled pork patties seasoned with garlic, onion, and fish sauce are paired with fresh herbs like mint, cilantro, and basil, while a tangy chili-lime dipping sauce brings the dish to life. Quick to prepare and packed with bold, aromatic ingredients, this meal is a perfect balance of refreshingly crisp textures and savory depth. Whether you're looking for a wholesome weekday dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch, Low Carb Bun Cha is sure to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground pork
- 1 small onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp stevia
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 3 medium zucchini
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 1 red chili
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, stevia, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Form the pork mixture into small patties, about 5 cm wide.
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush with olive oil. Grill the pork patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through and browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles (zoodles) from the zucchini and set aside.
For the dipping sauce, finely chop the red chili (remove seeds for less heat) and combine it with lime juice, water, the remaining tablespoon of fish sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
To assemble, distribute the zucchini noodles evenly among serving bowls. Top with grilled pork patties, fresh mint, cilantro, basil and a couple of lettuce leaves.
Serve with the dipping sauce on the side, allowing each person to drizzle over their bowl according to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 727 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1316 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
