Pork Banh Mi
Vietnamese-style sandwich with marinated pork and pickled vegetables
Ingredients
Instructions
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Marinate the porkIn a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, minced garlic, and lemongrass. Add the sliced pork, mix well to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
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Prepare the pickled vegetablesIn another bowl, mix the shredded carrots and daikon with rice vinegar and 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Cook the porkHeat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork from the marinade and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
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Prepare the breadPreheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the baguettes horizontally, leaving one side attached. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes until slightly crispy on the outside but still soft inside.
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Assemble the sandwichesSpread mayonnaise generously on both sides of each baguette. Layer the bottom half with sliced pork, drained pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, cilantro sprigs, and jalapeño slices if using.
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ServeClose the sandwiches and press gently to compact the fillings. Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately while the bread is still warm and the pork is hot.
Nutritional Information
520
Calories
per serving
28
Protein
g per serving
55
Carbohydrates
g per serving
22
Total Fat
g per serving
5
Saturated Fat
g per serving
4
Fiber
g per serving
12
Sugar
g per serving
950
Sodium
mg per serving
15
Vitamin C
% daily value
12
Iron
% daily value
Pork Banh Mi is Also Known As
Bánh Mì Thịt, Vietnamese Pork Sandwich, Saigon Sandwich or Bánh Mì Thịt Heo
