bun dau mam tom recipe
Servings Prep Time
2people 15minutes
Cook Time
45minutes
Servings Prep Time
2people 15minutes
Cook Time
45minutes
Ingredients
For the Main Dish
For the Shrimp Paste Sauce (Mam Tom)
Additional Accompaniments (optional)
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the vermicelli noodles and cook according to the package instructions (usually about 4-6 minutes). Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and keep them from sticking. Set aside to drain completely.
  2. Cut the firm tofu into bite-sized cubes or rectangles. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Carefully add the tofu pieces and fry until they are golden and crispy on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the tofu and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
  3. Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and a few slices of ginger (optional) to the water for flavor. Add the pork belly and cook for about 20-25 minutes until fully cooked and tender. Remove the pork, let it cool slightly, then slice it thinly.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the fermented shrimp paste and sugar. Add lime juice and mix until the sugar dissolves. Gradually add hot water until the mixture reaches your desired consistency (usually a bit thick but pourable). Heat vegetable oil in a small pan, add minced garlic, and sauté until golden. Add this to the shrimp paste mixture for a rich, aromatic flavor. Add chopped chili for a spicy kick, if desired. Adjust the taste with more lime juice or sugar as needed.
  5. On a large serving plate, arrange the vermicelli noodles in one section. Place the fried tofu pieces next to the noodles. Arrange the slices of boiled pork belly alongside the tofu. Add the fresh herbs, cucumber slices, and lettuce leaves (if using) around the plate. Pour the shrimp paste sauce into a small dipping bowl.
  6. Serve the plate of noodles, tofu, pork, and herbs alongside the dipping sauce. To eat, take a small portion of noodles, tofu, and pork, wrap it with the herbs, and dip it into the shrimp paste sauce. Enjoy the dish by mixing and matching different components for a balanced bite.
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