Creating Fragrant and Delicious Grilled Pork Vermicelli Simply at Home

Indulge in the authentic Vietnamese flavors with the rich aroma of grilled meat, the freshness of vermicelli, and the perfect blend of raw vegetables, all enhanced by a sweet and tangy dipping sauce. Grilled pork vermicelli is not only a delightful dish but also easy to prepare at home. Let Mytour Blog guide you through the simple steps of making delicious grilled pork vermicelli today!

Tips for selecting fresh and quality ingredients

The key to 70% of the deliciousness in any dish lies in its ingredients. Therefore, to make a flavorful and delicious grilled pork vermicelli, you need to carefully choose fresh and clean ingredients. Here are some small tips you should know when buying ingredients:

How to choose fresh and delicious pork:

• When making grilled pork vermicelli, prioritize using pork belly with a balanced ratio of fat and lean meat to prevent it from becoming too dry. However, avoid pieces with excessive fat, as it can make the dish too greasy.
• The color of the pork should be light red or bright pink, fresh, without any unpleasant smell. Choose pork with fat that is not cloudy or discolored, maintaining its firmness and white color.
• The pork should have good elasticity; press it with your hand to check, and it should not leave any dents. Additionally, there should be no unusual dark spots on the surface of the meat.

How to choose fresh vermicelli:

• Prioritize choosing vermicelli with a cloudy white and darker color. Opt for vermicelli that has a bright white appearance, as it may contain excessive additives or whitening agents. Therefore, exercise caution when purchasing fresh vermicelli.
• Vermicelli made from pure rice tends to be slightly brittle, easy to break, and sticky. When buying vermicelli, perform a quick sniff test to avoid purchasing if it has a sour or musty smell.

Utensils for making grilled pork vermicelli

To prepare grilled pork vermicelli, you need to gather the following utensils:

• Oven or barbecue, skewers, grilling rack: Use skewers to thread the meat, then use an oven or barbecue to grill the meat.
• Basic cooking utensils such as cutting board, knife, spoon, bowl, and pan for the cooking process and presentation of the dish.

How to make grilled pork vermicelli for 5 people

Preparing grilled pork vermicelli is incredibly simple. For a serving size of 5 people, you need to gather the ingredients and follow the cooking steps below:

Ingredients for making grilled pork vermicelli

• Fresh vermicelli: 1.5 kg 
• Pork: 1 kg pork belly
• Raw vegetables: lettuce, herbs, bean sprouts, cucumber, basil...
• Limes: 3 pieces
• Purple onions: 5 bulbs
• Garlic, chili: 5 bulbs
• Lemongrass: 2 stalks
• Specialized spices: soy sauce, oyster sauce, cooking oil, fish sauce, MSG, sugar, ground pepper
• Five-spice powder: 1 packet
• Honey: 2 tablespoons

How to make grilled pork vermicelli

To prepare a bowl of grilled pork vermicelli that is both delicious and aromatic, follow these four main steps:

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

• Clean the pork by rinsing it with diluted saltwater for 10-15 minutes to remove any unpleasant odor. Rinse it again with water 2-3 times and let it drain. Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces with a thickness of approximately 7mm or use a mallet to tenderize the meat.
• Soak the fresh vegetables in diluted saltwater for a few minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water and let them drain.
• Finely chop the purple onions, garlic, and lemongrass and put them in a bowl.

Step 2: Prepare the flavorful marinade

• Mix a blend of ½ teaspoon MSG, ¼ teaspoon five-spice powder, ½ tablespoon oyster sauce, cooking oil, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, and ground pepper. Marinate the pork with this mixture and let it sit for 30 minutes.
• Add ½ tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, chopped purple onions, garlic, lemongrass, and a bit of cooking oil. Mix thoroughly. Massage this mixture onto the marinated pork and continue marinating overnight in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor absorption.

Enhance the flavor of your dish with the essential fish sauce: Finely chop garlic and chili. Add 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 100ml of filtered water, and 4 tablespoons of lime juice to a large bowl, stir well.

A bowl of grilled meat vermicelli that is both fragrant and enticing, paired with the sweet and sour fish sauce, will surely stimulate the taste buds of even the most discerning guests.

The aromatic and richly flavored bowl of grilled meat vermicelli (Source: Internet)

Ingredients for making grilled meat spring roll vermicelli

• Fresh vermicelli: 1.5kg
• Pork: 1kg
• Pork fat: 50g
• Pure honey: 1 tablespoon
• Toasted sesame seeds: 50g
• Lemongrass: 5 stalks
• Raw vegetables: lettuce, herbs…
• Cucumber: 1 fruit
• Purple onion, finely chopped: 50g
• Seasonings: fish sauce, cooking oil, broth cubes, ground pepper, MSG, salt, oyster sauce…
• Skewers: 5 pieces.

How to make grilled meat spring roll vermicelli

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

• Soak the pork in a diluted saltwater solution for 25-30 minutes. Then, rinse it with clean water and let it drain. Finally, finely chop the meat with a knife.
• Rinse the pork fat under running water, then cut it into pomegranate-shaped pieces.
• Clean the raw vegetables and cucumber with water, then chop them into small pieces.
• Grind garlic, chili, and purple onion, and place them in a separate bowl.
• Cut and discard the leaves of lemongrass and wash it thoroughly.

Step 2: Marinate the grilled meat

• Mix the pork and pork fat with 1 tablespoon of pure honey, 1 tablespoon of MSG, 1 tablespoon of broth cubes, and 1 teaspoon of cooking oil.
• Next, add 1 tablespoon of ground pepper, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and finely chopped purple onion to the mixture.
• Continue by adding a bit of condensed milk, ½ tablespoon of garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon of chili powder.
• Finally, thoroughly mix all the ingredients with the meat and marinate for about 30-60 minutes to let the meat absorb the flavors.

Step 3: Make grilled meat spring rolls

• After marinating the meat, add 50g of toasted sesame seeds for a more aromatic flavor when grilling.
• Begin by taking a portion of the meat and shape it tightly around lemongrass or skewer sticks (the tighter, the better).

Step 4: Grill the spring rolls

• Place the grilling rack on the charcoal stove, and once the fire turns red, put the skewered spring rolls on and start grilling.
• While grilling, use chopsticks to constantly turn the spring rolls for even cooking. When the spring rolls begin to release their aroma and turn golden brown, they are ready.

Step 5: Presentation and Enjoyment

• Prepare sweet and sour fish sauce: Mix fish sauce in a 1:1 ratio with 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 cups of filtered water, and 3 tablespoons of lime juice. Stir well and add finely chopped garlic and chili.
• In a large bowl, add some fresh vermicelli, cucumber, and raw vegetables. Cut an additional skewered spring roll and mix it with 1 tablespoon of sweet and sour fish sauce. Mix well to enjoy a bowl of delicious, aromatic vermicelli without feeling overwhelmed.

Grilled pork vermicelli is a rich and distinctive culinary feature of the Vietnamese people. The irresistible flavor of this dish is sure to captivate everyone. If you want to add a twist to your family meal, you can opt for grilled pork vermicelli – a delightful and aromatic choice. Let's head to the kitchen and prepare this dish for the whole family with Mytour's guidance!