Banh Mi
Banh mi is the iconic Vietnamese sandwich layering savory pork, crunchy pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and creamy mayo in a crisp baguette. It is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, sweet, sour, savory, and fresh in every bite. This French-Vietnamese classic comes together fast once the quick pickles are ready.
- ⏱ 30 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 For Two
Ingredients
- 2 small baguette
- 400 g pork, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 small daikon, julienned
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- to serve cilantro and cucumber
Instructions
- Toss the carrot and daikon with the vinegar and sugar and let them pickle for 20 minutes.
- Season and pan-fry the pork over high heat until caramelized and cooked through.
- Split and toast the baguettes until crisp.
- Spread mayonnaise inside each baguette.
- Layer in the pork, pickled vegetables, cucumber, and cilantro.
- Close the sandwiches, press gently, and serve.
💡 Chef's tip
Toast the baguette until the crust crackles; a crisp shell with a soft interior keeps the sandwich from going soggy under the fillings.
The quick pickled carrot and daikon are what define a banh mi, cutting through the rich pork and mayo with bright acidity and crunch in just 20 minutes of pickling.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 28 g
- Carbs: 52 g
- Fat: 22 g
