Banh Mi Vietnamese Sandwich
This iconic Vietnamese street food combines crispy French baguette with savory pork, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs for an explosion of flavors. The balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy makes it one of the most satisfying sandwiches in the world.
A crispy Vietnamese baguette loaded with pork, pickled daikon, carrots, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
Bread
Protein
Pickled Vegetables
Condiments
Herbs
Instructions
Pickle the Vegetables
Combine julienned daikon and carrots in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour 0.5 cup of rice vinegar over the mixture and let it sit for at least 20 minutes until softened and tangy.
Cook the Pork
Season pork belly slices with soy sauce, garlic, and a pinch of sugar. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the pork for 3 to 4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
Prepare the Bread
Slice the baguettes lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Spread mayonnaise generously on both inner sides of the bread. Optionally toast the bread in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 3 minutes for extra crispiness.
Assemble and Serve
Layer the cooked pork onto the bread, followed by the pickled vegetables and fresh cilantro. Add sliced chili peppers for heat if desired. Press the sandwich gently together and serve immediately while the bread is still crispy.
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