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Cao Lau
Vietnam
Legend says authentic cao lau requires water from a specific ancient well in Hoi An. The dish has remained unchanged for centuries.
Hoi An's unique noodle dish — thick chewy noodles with char siu pork, crispy croutons and a small amount of broth. Traditionally only authentic in Hoi An.
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
435 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
400gthick udon noodles
300gchar siu pork, sliced
4 tbspsoy sauce
2 tbspfive spice powder
2 tbsphoisin sauce
100gfried wonton strips
bean sprouts, mint, basilto serve
Method
1
Marinate pork in soy, five spice and hoisin. Roast at 200C 25 minutes.
2
Cook noodles until just tender. Drain.
3
Toss noodles with annatto oil and a little hoisin.
4
Divide into bowls. Add sliced pork.
5
Top with bean sprouts, herbs and crispy croutons.
Chef's Tip
Cao lau is almost dry — just enough sauce to coat the noodles, not a soup.
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