World Flavors Cookbook

Cao Lầu

Name: Cao Lầu
Cook time: 60 min
Cuisine: Vietnam
Ingredients: Cao Lau noodles (thick and chewy) Char siew pork (Chinese-style BBQ pork) Crispy squares of fried noodle dough Bean sprouts and local herbs A small amount of rich pork gravy

An exclusive noodle dish from Hoi An, featuring thick chewy noodles, char siew pork, crispy crackers, and local greens.

Cuisine: Vietnam

Ingredients

Cao Lau noodles (thick and chewy) Char siew pork (Chinese-style BBQ pork) Crispy squares of fried noodle dough Bean sprouts and local herbs A small amount of rich pork gravy

Instructions

1. The noodles are traditionally soaked in water from a specific ancient well in Hoi An (Ba Le Well). 2. Prepare char siew pork by braising pork loin in soy, five spice, and garlic. 3. Blanch the bean sprouts. 4. Place a small amount of broth/gravy at the bottom of the bowl. 5. Layer noodles, sprouts, char siew slices, and crispy crackers. 6. Serve with a side of fresh herbs.