Bun Thit Nuong | Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong Recipe (2024)

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Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong may not be something you've ever heard of, but you'll be so glad you found this recipe! It's a low carb version of a classic Vietnamese cold noodle dish with crispy Vietnamese grilled caramelized pork strips, cold rice noodles, fresh herbs, and crunchy peanuts. The traditional dish is heavy in carbs, so I decided to make a Keto version in my Air Fryer!

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Why You're Going To Love This Dish

  • Low Carb. Only 3 net carbs per serving.
  • Fast. Less than 30 minutes of cook time.
  • Easy. Prep your ingredients, marinade, and air fry. Just a few easy steps for a delightfully delicious dish.

What is Bun Thit Nuong In English?

Every time we go to a Vietnamese restaurant, what I really want is the bun thit nuong. That crispy, slightly sweet pork, the peanuts, the cucumbers! But restaurants give you LOTS Of noodles—and not as much meat. Which is yummy, but not exactly low carb. So I decided to make my own Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong.

Bun refers to the noodles, thitnuongis barbecued meat.

How To Cook Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong?

The air fryer is perfect for Thit Nuong because you’re looking at fairly thin slices of pork that need to crisp up at the edges. You can marinate this ahead of time if you like, and cook it just before you’re ready to eat.

  1. Combine onions, sugar, soy sauce, oil, garlic, fish sauce, lemongrass, and pepper.
  2. Thinly slice the pork shoulder.
  3. Let the pork marinate.
  4. Add the marinated pork to the air fryer basket.
  5. Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping half way through the cooking cycle.
  6. Place cooked pork on a serving tray and sprinkle with roasted peanuts and cilantro or parsley.

What Do You Serve With It?

Typically, you’d serve this with:

  • Cold rice noodles (omit noodles or use zucchini noodles for low carb!) Yes, that's right. Warm pork on top of cold noodles makes for a tasty and unexpected bite.
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Chopped roasted peanuts
  • Fresh mint
  • Quick-pickled cucumbers and carrots
  • Fish sauce poured over the top

Is Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong High in Calories?

While you would think something this full of flavor would be high in calories, you would be wrong. With a little over 230 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dish virtually free of guilt.

Low in carbs AND low in calories. What more could you ask for?

Tips and Tricks for Making Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong:

This recipe is incredibly simple (as most of our recipes are) but for an even better first experience making this dish, check out these tips and tricks:

  • Cut pork strips thin so they crisp easily in your Air Fryer.
  • For the most flavor, marinate your pork for up to 24 hours.
  • You can omit Lemongrass paste if it is not available at your grocery store.

How Long Does It Last?

For the best flavor and texture, I would suggest eating this Keto Bun Thit Nuong within 3-4 days after cooking it. The beauty of this dish is that it reheats wonderfully and the flavor continues to develop even after it is cooked.

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Bun Thit Nuong | Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong Recipe

Bun Thit Nuong is a classic Vietnamese cold noodle dish with crispy caramelized pork strips cold rice noodles, fresh herbs, and crunchy peanuts. An airfryer is an excellent way to make this quick thitnuong.

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Prep Time: 40 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Course: Appetizers, Main Courses

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Keyword: Bun Thit Nuong, Bun Thit Nuong Recipe, Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong

Servings: 4

Calories: 231kcal

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Ingredients

For the Marinade

  • 1/4 cup (40 g) onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) Oil
  • 1 tablespoon (1 tablespoon) splenda, or 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons (2 teaspoons) dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (1 tablespoon) Minced Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon (1 tablespoon) Fish Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (1 tablespoon) minced lemongrass paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 pound (453.59 g) thinly sliced pork shoulder

For Finishing

  • 1/4 cup (36.5 g) crushed roasted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) chopped cilantro , or parsley

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together the onions, sugar, soy sauce, oil, garlic, fish sauce, lemongrass, and pepper.

  • Thinly slice the pork shoulder into 1/2 in slices, and then cut crossways into 4-inch pieces.

  • Add the pork to the marinade and let it rest for 30 minutes or for up to 24 hours.

  • Remove the pork slices from the marinade, and place in single layer in the air fryer basket.

  • Set the air fryer to 400ºF and cook the pork for 10 minutes, flipping over halfway.

  • Test with a meat thermometer to ensure the pork has reached an internal temperature of 165ºF.

  • Remove pork to a serving tray, sprinkle with the roasted peanuts and cilantro or parsley, and serve.

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I bought a tube of lemongrass paste at my grocery store (in the produce section) but you can always either mince up some fresh lemongrass or omit if you can't find it.

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Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 16g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g

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  1. Tammy

    Bun Thit Nuong | Low Carb Bun Thit Nuong Recipe (9)
    This pork was incredible! I marinated it for roughly 5hrs., reduced oil by ⅓, and cooked it on an outdoor grill.

    Reply

  2. Sarah

    If you used a NuWave convection oven instead of an air fryer for the pork, would you use the 2 inch rack or the higher rack? How long would you estimate cook time? The recipe looks great, can't wait to try it out!

    Reply

    • URVASHI PITRE

      I think I might try to hire rack and see how it goes. Unfortunately I cannot speak to the time, I suspect it will be a little bit shorter in the Nuwave.

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      • Sarah

        Thanks, I'll try cooking for 8 minutes on the high rack and see how it goes!

        Reply

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FAQs

How many carbs are in bun thit nuong? ›

Calories in Bun Thit Nuong (BBQ Pork with Rice Noodles)
Calories716.2
Sodium1,745.3 mg
Potassium500.8 mg
Total Carbohydrate108.1 g
Dietary Fiber4.5 g
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What kind of noodles are used in bun thit nuong? ›

This popular salad-type dish is called bun thit nuong – vermicelli noodles topped with fresh and pickled vegetables, herbs and Vietnamese lemongrass pork, doused generously with nuoc cham sauce.

Is bun thit nuong served hot or cold? ›

The Vietnamese dish bun thit nuong is a warm salad of grilled pork served on cold, cooked noodles. Layers of lettuce and cold rice vermicelli are covered with grilled meat, cucumber, fresh herbs and chopped peanuts, then topped with nuoc cham (dipping sauce).

What is the translation of bun thit nuong? ›

Bun thit nuong literally means 'grilled meat on noodles' – a bowl of rice vermicelli, topped with delicious grilled pork, fresh herbs, vegetables, and dressed with nuoc cham (a dipping sauce).

Can I eat Vietnamese food on keto? ›

With a few tips, enjoying a delicious and keto-friendly meal at any Vietnamese restaurant is easy. Main courses like pho soup, bun noodle dishes, com tam broken rice, and stir-fries can all be made without noodles or rice upon request, making them perfect for those on a ketogenic diet.

What Vietnamese food are low in carbs? ›

Vietnamese soups like pho can generally be made to be low-carb rather easily. In most Vietnamese soups, you can expect to find stock of some kind, a protein source, and vegetables, as well as a mix of more pungent ingredients like scallion, chili peppers, and garlic.

What is Nem Nuong sauce made of? ›

The dipping sauce that is a hallmark of this version of pork paste rice paper rolls consists of minced pork, shallot, garlic, chicken broth, peanut butter, hoisin sauce, sugar, fish sauce, annatto oil, and cornstarch as a thickening agent. The result is a rich sauce that is complex.

How to eat bun thit nuong? ›

Bún Thịt Nướng is typically served with a variety of vegetables. You can use bean sprouts, shredded lettuce, and thinly sliced cucumber. You can also use a collection of traditional Vietnamese herbs, known as rau thơm.

What is nuong in Vietnamese? ›

Thit nuong in Vietnamese translates to grilled meat or barbecued meat.

Where did bun thit nuong come from? ›

Originally originated from Southern Vietnam, bún thịt nướng has earned its well-deserved popularity across Vietnam. Each city or region will have its own distinct version of bún thịt nướng, adhering to the regional taste.

How long does it take to cook Nem Nuong? ›

Cook, rotating every 2 minutes, until browned on the surface and just cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes total. Drain sausages on paper towels, and serve hot.

What is the difference between bun noodles and pho noodles? ›

What is this? While both dishes seem similar, Pho generally uses a broth made from beef or chicken stock whereas Bun Bo Hue has a pork broth based with ingredients that make it spicier and saltier than Pho. Pho uses flat rice noodles whereas Bun Bo Hue uses vermicelli round rice noodles.

What is the famous bun in Vietnam? ›

Vietnamese bun cha (Vietnamese rice vermicelli with grilled pork) Bun cha is one of the most famous and iconic dishes of Vietnam. As the name suggests, this dish consists of rice vermicelli served with grilled pork and a bowl of dipping sauce.

What does bun thit nuong taste like? ›

An extremely savory and mutli-layered flavor protein, combined with tons of fresh herbs, pickled veggies, cold noodles, various textures, and all enhanced by a spicy nước chấm (dipping sauce).

What does bun mean in Vietnam? ›

Large size bun is mostly for bún bò Huế noodle soup. The problem is that for years, Vietnamese restaurants translated bun as rice vermicelli, the equivalent of the tiny version of the noodles. In reality, the noodles most often used for Viet dishes are more like capellini size or slightly bigger.

Are Vietnamese rice noodles high in carbs? ›

From a basic nutritional perspective, when you buy vermicelli rice noodles, you are getting a useful calorie hit and an ingredient that is naturally high in carbohydrates. At the same time, these noodles are low in sodium and nearly entirely fat-free.

Are Vietnamese spring rolls high in carbs? ›

Kcal Healthy Food Vietnamese Spring Roll (1 roll) contains 18g total carbs, 18g net carbs, 2g fat, 26g protein, and 195 calories.

How many carbs in a Vietnamese bread roll? ›

Nutritional information
Per 100g/mlPer Serving
Protein8.15.18
Total Fat1.81.15
Carbohydrate48.230.85
Sugars1.30.83
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How many carbs in a Vietnamese egg roll? ›

Nutrition facts of egg rolls

Protein: 7.37 grams. Fat: 10.6 grams. Carbohydrates: 24.3 grams. Fiber: 2.3 grams.

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