Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style)
Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style) layers aromatic, citrusy lemongrass-marinated steak over springy rice noodles, brightened with nuoc cham and a flurry of Thai basil, cilantro, and crunchy bean sprouts. The contrast of sweet, salty, and tangy notes pairs with gentle chile heat for a refreshing yet satisfying bowl. Serve for a light dinner or a vibrant weekend lunch.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 53
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add vermicelli noodles and cook until soft, about 12 minutes. Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water, stirring to separate. Set aside.
- 2
In a bowl, combine lemongrass, soy-based seasoning, sherry, brown sugar, and 3 cloves minced garlic. Add the steak, toss to coat, and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine water, white sugar, and lemon juice; stir until the sugar dissolves. Add fish sauce, Thai peppers, and 2 cloves minced garlic; taste and adjust the seasonings. Set the sauce aside.
- 4
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade. Add the steak to the skillet; cook until slightly pink in the centers, 5 to 6 minutes per side.
- 5
Divide the noodles among four bowls; top with the steak, Thai basil leaves, cilantro, and bean sprouts. Drizzle the sweetened fish sauce on top to serve.
- Calories 463.84 kcal High 23%
- Protein 33.67 g Good Source 67%
- Carbohydrate 61.5 g 22%
- Total Fat 9.59 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 4.12 g High 21%
- Trans Fat 0.33 g High --
- Cholesterol 56.69 mg Moderate 19%
- Sodium 1916.47 mg High 83%
- Dietary Fiber 2.57 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 11.07 g --
- Added Sugars 0.96 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 81.83 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 5.4 mg Good Source 30%
- Potassium 781.13 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin A 136.97 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 14.92 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Soy 🌱
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style) is a Vietnamese dinner recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bean Sprouts, Brown Sugar, Cooking Sherry, and Fish Sauce. Each serving provides about 463.84 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style)?
- It is a Vietnamese recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style) made of?
- The main ingredients are Bean Sprouts, Brown Sugar, Cooking Sherry, Fish Sauce, Fresh Basil. The full list of 15 is above.
- What goes well with Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style)?
- Explore these Vietnamese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style)?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 463.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style) healthy?
- Lemongrass Beef with Rice Vermicelli (Vietnamese Style) has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 463.84 calories and 33.67 g of protein, or 67% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1916.47 mg (83% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.12 g (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Soy, Sulfites, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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