Caramelized Pork Banh Mi

Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Caramelized Pork Banh Mi, a vibrant Vietnamese-inspired recipe that strikes the perfect balance between smoky, savory, and tangy flavors. Tender pork shoulder, marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and garlic, is beautifully caramelized for a bold, smoky-sweet bite. Layered in a crispy baguette with quick-pickled carrots and daikon, cool cucumber slices, spicy Sriracha mayo, and fresh cilantro, this iconic Vietnamese sandwich offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every mouthful. Perfect for a quick lunch, brunch, or dinner, this Banh Mi recipe not only comes together in just 40 minutes but also delivers a restaurant-quality dish right in your kitchen. Whether you add a kick of heat with jalapeño slices or enjoy it as is, this crowd-pleaser is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Pork shoulder (thinly sliced)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 1 medium Carrot (julienned)
• 100 grams Daikon radish (julienned)
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
• 4 small Baguettes
• 1 medium Cucumber (sliced into thin sticks)
• 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
• 1 medium Jalapeño (thinly sliced, optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the quick pickled vegetables: In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until the sugar is dissolved. Add the julienned carrot and daikon radish, toss to coat, and set aside for at least 15 minutes. Drain before using.

Step 2

2. Marinate the pork: In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic. Add the sliced pork and mix well to coat. Allow the pork to marinate for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.

Step 3

3. Make the spicy mayo: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Sriracha. Adjust the spice level to taste and set aside.

Step 4

4. Cook the pork: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is caramelized and cooked through. Remove from heat.

Step 5

5. Toast the baguette: Slice the baguettes lengthwise, but not all the way through, to create a pocket. Lightly toast them in an oven or on a skillet until warm and slightly crispy.

Step 6

6. Assemble the Banh Mi: Spread a generous layer of spicy mayo on the inside of each baguette. Add some cucumber sticks, pickled vegetables, caramelized pork, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño slices, if using.

Step 7

7. Serve: Press the baguette lightly to hold the filling in place. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Caramelized Pork Banh Mi!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1915.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4339.4

Total Fat 175.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 410mg	0%
Sodium 9788.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 524.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.2g	0%
Total Sugars 54.2g
Protein 171.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.2mg	0%
Iron 29.6mg	0%
Potassium 3558.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 48.1%