Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf Recipe
The Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf Recipe, also known as Cha Trung, is a traditional dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine. It is a simple yet delicious recipe that combines ground pork, eggs, and various aromatic ingredients.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 224 kcal
Equipment
- Loaf pan: Used to bake the Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf.
- Mixing bowl: Used to combine the ground pork, eggs, and other ingredients.
- Spatula or spoon: Used to mix the meatloaf mixture and smooth the surface in the loaf pan.
- Toothpick or knife: Used to check if the meatloaf is cooked through.
- Serving platter: Used to invert and present the cooked meatloaf.
- Knife: Used to slice the meatloaf before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork ground
- 6 eggs large
- 1/2 cup onion yellow finely chopped
- 1/4 cup scallions thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparing the Ingredients
- a. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- b. Grease a 9x5-inch (23x13 cm loaf pan with vegetable oil.
- c. Finely chop the yellow onion and mince the garlic.
- d. Thinly slice the scallions.
- e. Measure out the fish sauce, cornstarch, vegetable oil, black pepper, sugar, and salt.
- f. Crack the eggs into a bowl and lightly beat them.
- g. Set aside the fresh cilantro for garnishing (optional).
Mixing the Meatloaf Mixture
- a. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, beaten eggs, yellow onion, scallions, minced garlic, fish sauce, cornstarch, vegetable oil, black pepper, sugar, and salt.
- b. Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
Shaping and Preparing the Meatloaf
- a. Transfer the meatloaf mixture into the greased loaf pan.
- b. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the surface of the mixture.
- c. Tap the pan gently on the countertop to remove any air bubbles.
- d. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven.
Baking the Meatloaf
- a. Bake the Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf in the preheated oven for approximately 50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the meat is cooked through.
- b. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick or knife into the center of the meatloaf. If it comes out clean, the meatloaf is ready.
- c. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Removing and Serving the Meatloaf
- a. Carefully invert the loaf pan onto a serving platter to release the meatloaf.
- b. Allow the meatloaf to cool slightly before slicing.
- c. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
- d. Serve the Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf warm as a main course or sliced for a snack.
Notes
Use lean ground pork for a healthier version of the meatloaf.
Make sure the ground pork is thoroughly mixed with the other ingredients to ensure even flavor distribution.
Grease the loaf pan well to prevent sticking.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for a few minutes after baking to make it easier to remove from the pan.
Serve the meatloaf warm for the best taste and texture.
Garnish with fresh cilantro to add a pop of color and freshness.
Make sure the ground pork is thoroughly mixed with the other ingredients to ensure even flavor distribution.
Grease the loaf pan well to prevent sticking.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for a few minutes after baking to make it easier to remove from the pan.
Serve the meatloaf warm for the best taste and texture.
Garnish with fresh cilantro to add a pop of color and freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 506mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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