Keto Chicken Banh Mi

Discover a vibrant twist on a Vietnamese classic with this Keto Chicken Banh Mi, a low-carb delight that’s packed with bold, savory flavors and fresh, crisp textures. Marinated chicken thighs, seasoned with soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil, are seared to perfection and layered with tangy quick-pickled vegetables, creamy sriracha mayo, and fragrant cilantro. Instead of a traditional baguette, this keto-friendly recipe uses butter lettuce wraps to deliver a satisfying crunch while keeping it gluten-free and low-carb. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this healthy banh mi is easy to prepare in just 45 minutes and will transport your taste buds with every bite. Healthy, flavorful, and effortlessly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 60 ml soy sauce
• 15 ml fish sauce
• 10 ml sesame oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small carrot, julienned
• 100 grams daikon radish, julienned
• 60 ml rice vinegar
• 15 grams erythritol
• 120 grams mayonnaise
• 15 ml sriracha sauce
• 8 butter lettuce leaves
• 15 grams fresh cilantro
• 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.

Step 2

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the pickled vegetables. In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar and erythritol, stirring until the erythritol is dissolved. Add the sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, and daikon radish. Toss to coat and let sit for at least 20 minutes.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce to make the spicy mayo. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your taste preference.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and cook for about 7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and browned. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 5

To assemble the Keto Banh Mi, lay out the butter lettuce leaves. Place a few slices of cooked chicken on each leaf, add a portion of the pickled vegetables, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and slices of jalapeño.

Step 6

Drizzle with spicy mayonnaise and serve immediately, wrapping the lettuce around the filling like a taco.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1728.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2218.0

Total Fat 152.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 742.6mg	0%
Sodium 4864.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 145.3g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 315.0mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 3677.1mg	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: 60.3%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 14.1%