How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao)?

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons Demerara or granulated light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 4 tablespoons lime juice, from 2 large limes, 4 tablespoons best quality fish sauce, such as Red Boat, and more.

Is Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao) suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao)?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao) Recipe

Name: Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons Demerara or granulated light brown sugar; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 4 tablespoons lime juice, from 2 large limes; 4 tablespoons best quality fish sauce, such as Red Boat; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1-inch length ginger, peeled and minced; 1 medium-hot red chile, such as Fresno, chopped; 1 hot red or green bird chile, thinly sliced; 12 ounces rice vermicelli noodles; 1 pound beef skirt steak or sirloin, in thin 1/4-inch slices; 2 tablespoons best quality fish sauce, such as Red Boat; 1 tablespoon Demerara or granulated light brown sugar; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons finely chopped lemon grass, tender centers only; 1 head lettuce, such as butter lettuce or Little Gems, tender center leaves separated; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 scallions, slivered; 1 medium carrot, cut in 3-inch lengths, julienned (about 1 cup); 1 small cucumber, 3-inch lengths, julienned (about 1 cup); 1 3-inch length daikon radish, julienned (about 1 cup); Mixture of cilantro sprigs, mint leaves, basil leaves and small perilla (shiso) leaves, about 3 cups; 4 tablespoons crushed roasted peanuts; 4 tablespoons fried shallots, available in Asian groceries (or make your own using this recipe); Small handful bean sprouts or sunflower sprouts (optional)

Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao)

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1102 kcal · Pasta & Noodles

Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao) – a delicious recipe with brown sugar, rice vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, ginger. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef and Noodle Salad (Bun Bo Xao)

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