Banh Hoi (Vietnamese Rice Noodles With Beef)

Name: Banh Hoi (Vietnamese Rice Noodles With Beef)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: (If beef is not your meat, feel free to substitute boneless, skinless chicken thigh or pork shoulder.); Beef:; 1 1/4 pounds well-marbled tri-tip (bottom sirloin) steak, well trimmed (about 1 pound after trimming); 2 large cloves garlic, minced and crushed to a paste; 1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 2 1/2 tablespoons total); 2 teaspoons light brown sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; Generous 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground preferred; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 tablespoon light (regular) soy sauce; 2 tablespoon oil; 1 pound fresh banh hoi fine rice noodles; 1/2 cup Scallion Oil Garnish; 1 small head soft leaf lettuce, such as red leaf, green leaf, or butter leaf; 8 to 12 sprigs cilantro; 8 to 12 sprigs mint; 1 small English cucumber, seeded and sliced, optional; 8 to 12 sprigs of other Vietnamese herbs, such as red perilla (tia to) and Vietnamese balm (kinh gioi), optional; 3/4 cup Nuoc Cham dipping sauce

Servings: persons

(If beef is not your meat, feel free to substitute boneless, skinless chicken thigh or pork shoulder.)
Beef:
1 1/4 pounds well-marbled tri-tip (bottom sirloin) steak, well trimmed (about 1 pound after trimming)
2 large cloves garlic, minced and crushed to a paste
1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 2 1/2 tablespoons total)
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
Generous 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground preferred
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon light (regular) soy sauce
2 tablespoon oil
1 pound fresh banh hoi fine rice noodles
1/2 cup Scallion Oil Garnish
1 small head soft leaf lettuce, such as red leaf, green leaf, or butter leaf
8 to 12 sprigs cilantro
8 to 12 sprigs mint
1 small English cucumber, seeded and sliced, optional
8 to 12 sprigs of other Vietnamese herbs, such as red perilla (tia to) and Vietnamese balm (kinh gioi), optional
3/4 cup Nuoc Cham dipping sauce

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1. Slice the beef across the grain into thin strips, a scant 1/4 inch thick, about 1 1/2 inches wide, and about 3 inches long. Set aside.
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2. In a bowl, combine the garlic, shallot, brown sugar, salt, pepper, fish sauce, soy sauce and oil. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Add the beef and use your hands to massage the seasonings into the beef, making sure that each slice is well coated. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate at room temperature for 1 hour. Or, refrigerate overnight.
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3. While the beef marinates, make the scallion oil, if you haven't done so. Before grilling the beef, prepare the banh hoi noodles. Use scissors to halve each piece of the noodles into pieces the size of playing cards. Arrange them on 2 platters in overlapping layers, with some scallion oil atop each piece of noodle; leftover scallion oil can be served on the side for extra richness. Cover the noodles, and set aside to prevent drying while you cook the beef. Arrange the lettuce, herbs and cucumber on 1 or 2 plates and set at the table. Put the dipping sauce in a communal bowl or individual dipping sauce bowls and set at the table.
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4. Prepare a charcoal or preheat a gas grill to medium. To broil the beef, position a rack about 4 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven for 20 minutes so it is nice and hot.
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5. I usually grill the meat as individual pieces, working the meat with tongs to turn them frequently. Whether grilling or broiling, cook the beef for 5 to 7 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and a little
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6. Arrange on a platter and serve with the noodles, lettuce and herbs, and dipping sauce. To eat, invite guests to take a palm-size piece of lettuce, add few leaves of fresh herbs, a piece of banh hoi noodle, and a piece of beef. Bundle up the parcel, dip it into the sauce and deliver to the mouth.

1346

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: (If beef is not your meat, feel free to substitute boneless, skinless chicken thigh or pork shoulder.), Beef:, 1 1/4 pounds well-marbled tri-tip (bottom sirloin) steak, well trimmed (about 1 pound after trimming), 2 large cloves garlic, minced and crushed to a paste, and more.

Yes, Banh Hoi (Vietnamese Rice Noodles With Beef) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!