Bun Bo Hue (Vietnamese Spicy Beef Noodle Soup)
Spicy Vietnamese beef noodle soup from Hue. A complex broth of lemongrass, shrimp paste, and chili gives this dish its distinctive bold flavor.
Instructions
- 1
Soak beef in cold water to remove blood; bruise lemongrass to release fragrance.
- 2
Simmer beef with lemongrass in 2L water for 1.5~2 hours.
- 3
Season broth with shrimp paste, dried chili, and fish sauce.
- 4
Cook rice noodles and place in bowls; top with sliced beef and optional toppings.
- 5
Ladle hot broth over, serve with bean sprouts and lime wedges.
Nutrition (per serving)
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