Bun bo Hue calories
Bún bò Huế
Spicy lemongrass beef broth with thick rice noodles, beef shank, pork hock and pork or crab cake (cha), from the city of Hue.
Quick answer
A typical serving of Bun bo Hue (1 bowl with beef shank, pork hock and cha) has about 550 kcal. Most servings fall between 450 and 750 kcal, depending on the portion and the recipe.
- Calories
- 550 kcal
- Protein
- 32 g
- Carbs
- 55 g
- Fat
- 22 g
Nutrition facts per serving
Serving: 1 bowl with beef shank, pork hock and cha, about 700 g.
| Nutrient | Amount | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 550 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 32 g | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g | 40% |
| Fat | 22 g | 36% |
Calories in common versions
| Version | Typical calories |
|---|---|
| Beef only, no pork hock | 470 kcal |
| Dac biet (special, extra meat and pork hock) | 700 kcal |
| With 1 extra tablespoon of chili sate oil | 630 kcal |
What drives the calories
- Pork hock (gio heo) has a lot of fat and skin.
- Chili sate oil floats on top of the broth and adds fat.
- Thick rice noodles provide most of the carbs.
How to make it lighter
- Ask for no pork hock.
- Use less chili sate oil.
- Leave some of the oily broth in the bowl.
How to log Bun bo Hue in Nibbs
Note which toppings are in your bowl, because pork hock and blood cake are often hidden under the noodles. Nibbs then estimates the portion and the calories for your actual plate, and you can edit any item before you save it.
Bun bo Hue calorie questions
How many calories are in bun bo Hue?
A bowl of bun bo Hue with beef shank, pork hock and cha has about 550 kcal. Most bowls fall between 450 and 750 kcal. A special bowl with extra meat has about 700 kcal.
Is bun bo Hue higher in calories than pho?
Usually yes. Bun bo Hue often includes pork hock and chili oil, so it has more fat than a regular bowl of beef pho.
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