Vegan Chicken Banh Mi

Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of a classic Vietnamese sandwich with this mouthwatering Vegan Chicken Banh Mi recipe. Perfectly crisp baguette envelops tender, marinated vegan chicken strips infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic. Crunchy, quick-pickled carrots and daikon radish add a tangy bite, while fresh cucumber, jalapeño slices, and fragrant cilantro bring refreshing layers. A creamy sriracha mayo ties it all together with just the right touch of heat. This plant-based spin on a beloved street food favorite is easy to prepare, coming together in just 40 minutes, and packed with irresistible textures and umami-rich flavors. Serve this Vegan Banh Mi as a satisfying lunch or dinner option that’s equal parts hearty, fresh, and deliciously complex.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams Vegan chicken strips
• 1 large French baguette
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 1 small Daikon radish, julienned
• 0.5 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small Jalapeño, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 60 milliliters Rice vinegar
• 15 milliliters Maple syrup
• 30 milliliters Soy sauce
• 15 milliliters Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 15 milliliters Sriracha
• 60 grams Vegan mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 240 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the pickled vegetables: In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved. Add the julienned carrot and daikon radish. Let them marinate while you prepare the rest of the ingredients, at least 20 minutes.

Step 2

In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and maple syrup. Add the vegan chicken strips, ensuring they are well coated. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Mix the sriracha and vegan mayonnaise in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated vegan chicken strips and cook for about 5-7 minutes until lightly browned and heated through. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and toast lightly if desired.

Step 6

Spread sriracha mayo on both sides of the baguette.

Step 7

Layer the cooked vegan chicken strips, pickled vegetables (drain excess liquid), cucumber slices, jalapeño slices, and fresh cilantro inside the baguette.

Step 8

Close the baguette, slice into servings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1248.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1557.6

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.3g
Cholesterol 14.4mg	0%
Sodium 6404.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 67.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 271.7mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 1913.1mg	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: 24.7%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 58.4%