Classic Banh Mi Sandwich

Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this Classic Banh Mi Sandwich recipe, a delightful combination of savory, tangy, and fresh ingredients layered within a crisp French baguette. Featuring tender marinated pork cooked to perfection, crunchy pickled carrots and daikon radish, fresh cucumber slices, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, this sandwich is balanced with creamy mayonnaise and fragrant cilantro. A touch of lime juice ties it all together, creating a bold yet harmonious bite. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner, this iconic Vietnamese street food favorite is easy to prepare, with an irresistible blend of textures and flavors that will transport your taste buds to a bustling Saigon café.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 large (about 12 inches) French baguette
• 0.5 lb Pork tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 small, julienned Carrot
• 0.5 small, julienned Daikon radish
• 0.25 cup White vinegar
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 0.5 small, sliced Cucumber
• 1 small, sliced Jalapeño
• 0.25 cup, fresh Cilantro
• 0.5 for juice Lime
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the pickled vegetables. In a small bowl, combine julienned carrot and daikon radish.

Step 2

In another bowl, mix white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt dissolve. Pour this mixture over the carrots and daikon, cover, and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 3

While the vegetables are pickling, slice the pork tenderloin into thin strips.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add the pork strips to this marinade, mix well, and let it marinate for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated pork for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and browned. Set aside.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the baguette lengthwise and place it in the oven for about 5 minutes to crisp it up.

Step 7

To assemble the banh mi, spread mayonnaise on both sides of the crispy baguette.

Step 8

Layer the cooked pork, then add pickled vegetables, sliced cucumber, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro.

Step 9

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the filling, then close the sandwich.

Step 10

Cut the sandwich into halves and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(821.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1336.0

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 185.0mg	0%
Sodium 5901.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 82.2g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 137.3mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1846.6mg	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: 22.0%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 53.1%