Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 people
Level
medium
Rating
This variation amplifies the natural sweetness of the pork with a rich honey glaze that caramelizes beautifully over the grill. Paired with aromatic lemongrass and served over cool vermicelli, it captures the essence of classic Vietnamese street food in an accessible home recipe.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, honey, soy sauce, and vegetable oil.
Add the thinly sliced pork to the marinade, ensuring every piece is well coated. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes (refrigerate if marinating longer).
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the vermicelli noodles according to package directions (usually 3-5 minutes).
Drain the noodles and immediately rinse them under cold running water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
Preheat an outdoor grill or a stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Grill the pork slices for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the edges are slightly charred and the meat is cooked through.
To assemble, divide the shredded lettuce and cold noodles among four bowls.
Top the bowls with the hot grilled pork, fresh mint leaves, and crushed peanuts.
Serve immediately with the Nuoc Cham sauce on the side to be poured over before eating.

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