Bun Rieu Tom (Vermicelli Shrimp Noodle Soup)

Bun Rieu Tom Recipe (Vermicelli Shrimp Noodle Soup)
Ingredients:
- 10 cups pork bone broth (using pork bones; check out the linked video for a simple recipe)
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 lb white shrimp, finely chopped, peeled, and deveined
- 4 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 2 (160g) cans of minced prawns in spices
- 5 eggs
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 small cube of rock sugar
- 4 tbsp premium bouillon powder
- 1 package of vermicelli noodles
Simple Pork Bone Broth Recipe Video link:
• Simple Pork Bone Broth...
Bun Rieu Tom is a quintessential Vietnamese dish found throughout the country, but each region may put its unique twist on it. In my kitchen, I like to experiment with different variations, sometimes adding crab meat and minced crab in spices. Toppings also vary; in the Southern regions, deep-fried tofu or tofu puff is a popular addition, while others enjoy the crunch of cha chien (Vietnamese fried meatloaf/sausage). My husband's favorite topping is ground pork wrapped in betel leaf, while my kids enjoy Ba oi's cha ca (grandma's homemade fish cakes), adding a burst of flavor to the soup. The beauty of Bun Rieu Tom lies in its adaptability; you can customize it according to your taste preferences and ingredients on hand. Join me in the kitchen as I guide you through crafting this comforting bowl of noodle soup.