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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Cao Lầu
A Hoi An noodle bowl that layers chewy rice noodles, seasoned beef, and herbs with just enough sauce to glaze rather than drown.
Medium⏱️ 55 min📖 1 min readServes 4~480 kcal🇻🇳 Vietnamese🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 25 min cook
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Timeline
Total 55 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 350 g Thick rice noodles
- 450 g Beef
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 1 bunch Fresh herb mix
- 2 clove Garlic
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Five-spice powder
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Bean sprouts
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Instructions
- 1
Rest the beef with soy sauce, garlic, and five-spice powder.
20 min20:00 - 2
Fry the beef in a pan for 10 minutes and set it aside.
10 min10:00 - 3
Soften the noodles in hot water for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 4
Place the fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and noodles in a bowl.
- 5
Slice the beef and add it to the bowl with a little pan sauce so the noodles do not float in liquid.
💡 Tip: Sear the cubed beef quickly over high heat, then lower the heat; it will not release water and the flavor becomes more concentrated.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Scatter crispy noodles over the top and serve the bowl with fresh herbs on the side.
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Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 43% match~480
kcal calories
24
g protein
56
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 47%Fat 33%
GI 41 · Low GIGL 23 · High GLEstimated, 43% match
0.1g
Sugar
0.1g
Fiber
690.2mg
Sodium
6.1g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (43%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Cao Lầu make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Cao Lầu take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 55 minutes in total.Is Cao Lầu difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Cao Lầu have?
Approximately 480 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 56g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Cao Lầu contain?
This recipe contains Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Cao Lầu belong to?
This recipe belongs to Vietnamese cuisine.How many ingredients does Cao Lầu need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Cao Lầu filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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