Bò Lá Lốt (Beef Wrapped in Betel Leaves)
Seasoned ground beef formed into cylinders and wrapped in aromatic betel leaves, then grilled until charred. A classic Vietnamese appetizer with smoky, herbaceous flavors and tender, juicy beef.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine ground beef, minced shallot, minced garlic, fish sauce, and black pepper in a bowl.
Step 2
Mix gently with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
Step 3
Divide into 16 portions. Roll each into a 2-inch cylinder shape.
Step 4
Lay a betel leaf flat. Place one beef cylinder lengthwise near the stem end.
Step 5
Roll the leaf tightly around the beef, tucking in the sides like a burrito.
Step 6
Repeat with remaining beef and betel leaves. Brush rolls lightly with olive oil.
Step 7
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high until very hot, ~2 minutes.
Step 8
Grill rolls seam-side down 2–3 minutes until betel leaf is charred and beef is cooked through.
Step 9
Flip carefully and grill another 1–2 minutes until second side chars lightly.
Step 10
Transfer to a serving plate. Squeeze lime juice over the top.
Step 11
Scatter fresh herbs around and serve hot with dipping sauce (fish sauce mixed with lime and water).
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- grill or grill pan
- tongs
- cutting board
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