Classic Pork Banh Mi

Embark on a culinary journey with this Classic Pork Banh Mi, a Vietnamese sandwich that delivers the perfect harmony of savory, sweet, tangy, and refreshing flavors. Tender slices of marinated and grilled pork tenderloin are nestled into crusty, warm baguettes alongside quick-pickled carrots and daikon, crisp cucumber, fragrant cilantro, and spicy jalapeño. Every bite is elevated with a creamy smear of mayonnaise that ties it all together. This recipe features a simple yet flavorful marinade made with soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, and garlic, making it a breeze to prepare. Great for lunch, dinner, or a street-food-inspired gathering, this iconic sandwich provides an irresistible blend of textures and tastes you’ll want to enjoy again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Pork tenderloin
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Fish sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Baguettes
• 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 1 Daikon radish, julienned
• 4 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 1 Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
• 1 Jalapeño, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

Begin by marinating the pork: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add pork tenderloin to the marinade, ensuring it is well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.

Step 2

While the pork is marinating, prepare the pickled vegetables. In a bowl, mix rice vinegar and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Add the julienned carrots and daikon radish. Toss to coat and set aside for at least 20 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork from the marinade and slide the excess marinade off to avoid burning. Grill the pork for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and golden brown. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) to warm the baguettes for about 5-10 minutes until crusty but not too hard. Slice each baguette lengthwise, leaving one side attached.

Step 5

Spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise on the inside of each baguette. Layer with sliced pork, a generous amount of pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño slices.

Step 6

Close the baguettes, slice in half for easy handling, and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and aromatic Banh Mi!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1483.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2564.5

Total Fat 63.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 8396.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 75.9g
Protein 169.3g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 279.6mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 4113.0mg	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: 22.5%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 51.1%