Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi

Discover the authentic flavors of Vietnam with this Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi recipe, a perfect blend of savory, tangy, and fresh ingredients. This beloved street food staple features a crispy yet soft baguette filled with tender soy-simmered pork or chicken, quick-pickled carrots and daikon radish, creamy mayonnaise, and a medley of fresh cucumbers, jalapeños, and cilantro for a vibrant, herbaceous crunch. Balanced perfectly with bold seasonings and a hint of spice, this Banh Mi captures the essence of Vietnamese culinary tradition. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate fusion sandwich that’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or even picnics. Treat your taste buds to an irresistible combination of textures and flavors that will transport you straight to the streets of Vietnam!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 large baguette
• 200 grams cooked pork or chicken
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 medium, julienned carrots
• 1 medium, julienned daikon radish
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 bunch, fresh cilantro
• 1 small, sliced cucumber
• 1 small, sliced jalapeño
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine julienned carrots and daikon radish with sugar, salt, and rice vinegar. Toss well to combine and set aside to pickle for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked pork or chicken and pour 2 tablespoons of soy sauce over it. Stir fry for about 5-7 minutes until thoroughly heated and well coated. Season with black pepper.

Step 3

Cut the baguette lengthwise and lightly toasting it until it's crispy on the outside.

Step 4

Spread mayonnaise generously on the inside of both halves of the baguette.

Step 5

Layer warmed meat over the bottom half of the baguette.

Step 6

Drain the pickled vegetables and layer them on top of the meat.

Step 7

Add slices of cucumber and jalapeño over the vegetables.

Step 8

Finish with a generous lift of fresh cilantro sprigs.

Step 9

Cover with the top half of the baguette, slice the sandwich into servings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	890.5 grams (890.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1897

Total Fat 71.90g	92%
Saturated Fat 15.10g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 223mg	74%
Sodium 4740mg	206%
Total Carbohydrate 216.80g	79%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 46.00g
Protein 94.90g	190%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304mg	23%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 2072mg	44%

*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: 34.2%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 45.8%