Soy-Free Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi
Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnam with this Soy-Free Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi recipe, a modern twist that remains true to the authentic spirit of this beloved street food. Tender, marinated chicken breast is infused with a savory blend of soy-free fish sauce, lime juice, honey, and garlic, then cooked to perfection. The sandwich comes to life with crisp, pickled daikon and carrot, a medley of fresh cucumbers, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of heat from sliced jalapeño. All these layers of flavor are nestled inside a buttery, crusty baguette spread with creamy mayonnaise. Perfect for anyone seeking a soy-free alternative, this quick and satisfying recipe is ready in under an hour. Whether for lunch, dinner, or a special picnic, this Banh Mi is a flavor-packed dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Fish sauce (soy-free)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 small Daikon radish
- 0.5 cups White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 pieces Crusty baguettes
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 bunch Fresh cilantro
- 1 medium Jalapeño
Directions
Step 1
Thinly slice the chicken breast into strips and place them in a bowl.
Step 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy-free fish sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and black pepper. Pour the marinade over the chicken, mix well, and let it marinate for 20-30 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile, prepare the pickled vegetables. Peel and julienne the carrot and daikon radish. Slice the cucumber thinly. In a small saucepan, boil white vinegar, sugar, salt, and 1/4 cup water, then pour the mixture over the carrots and daikon radish in a heat-safe jar. Set aside to pickle.
Step 4
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan and cook for 7-10 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 5
Slice the baguettes lengthwise, leaving one side connected to act as a hinge. Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each baguette.
Step 6
Layer the cooked chicken, pickled vegetables, fresh cucumber slices, cilantro, and thinly sliced jalapeño inside each baguette.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade soy-free Banh Mi!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2285.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4214.9 |
| Total Fat 75.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g | |
| Cholesterol 491.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 13538.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 652.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.2g | |
| Protein 241.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 415.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3793.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories