Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Noodle Salad

This dish is typical of the way the Vietnamese marinate and cook their meats. Served with the fresh herbs, and presented with the contrasting textures of the juicy meat and the soft, thin rice noodles, this is an entree that easily becomes a favorite of first-time diners of Vietnamese cuisine. Steamed rice can be substituted for the herb noodle salad if you prefer. Pork chops with the bone are your ideal choice as the bone makes for a juicier dish and keeps the meat from shrinking.