**Bánh mì**, the quintessential Vietnamese sandwich, is a symphony of flavors and textures that has captivated taste buds worldwide. Originating as a fusion of French baguettes and Vietnamese culinary traditions, this humble street food has evolved into an iconic dish, embodying the vibrant spirit of Vietnam. From the crispy baguette to the savory fillings and the fresh herbs, each element of bánh mì comes together harmoniously to create a satisfying and unforgettable culinary experience.
Discover the art of crafting the perfect bánh mì with our diverse collection of recipes. Dive into the classic combination of grilled pork, pickled vegetables, pâté, and cilantro, or explore variations featuring tofu, chicken, or even a vegetarian option. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring success for both novice and experienced home cooks.
Embark on a culinary journey through the streets of Vietnam, recreating the authentic flavors of bánh mì in your own kitchen. Discover the secrets of making a perfectly crispy baguette, marinating and grilling succulent meats, and mastering the art of pickling vegetables. With our comprehensive guide, you'll be able to create a bánh mì that captures the essence of this beloved Vietnamese street food.
ROASTED PORK BANH MI (VIETNAMESE SANDWICH)
I'll never forget my first real bánh mì. I remember thinking to myself, this isn't just one of the best sandwiches I've ever had to eat, but one of the best things, period. Not only do we get amazing contrasts in flavor and texture, but also the temperature difference between the crisp, warm, meat-filled roll, and cool, crunchy vegetables makes this so much fun to eat.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Vietnamese
Time 32m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Toss julienned daikon and carrot with seasoned rice vinegar to coat well. Let sit until veggies get slightly limp, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside or refrigerate.
- Mix the mayonnaise, hoisin sauce, and sriracha in a small bowl.
- Split the French roll just enough so you can open it like a book. If you like, pull out some of the bread from the top half to better accommodate the filling.
- Spread the interior surfaces of the roll liberally with the mayo mixture. Transfer roll to prepared baking sheet, cut side up. Bake in preheated oven until crisp, heated through and edges start to brown, about 7 minutes.
- Place sliced pork, pate, cucumber, picked daikon and carrots, jalapeno, and cilantro leaves in the roll. Cut in half to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1263.1 calories, Carbohydrate 91.3 g, Cholesterol 187.9 mg, Fat 75.9 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 54.2 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 1994.4 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
BANH MI
A Vietnamese sandwich, made with chicken and full of pickled vegetables. My husband works around a lot of Vietnamese restaurants, and I was making him bring me home these tasty sandwiches. Finally I attempted to make one, and found that my recipe was even better than the restaurants, mainly because I used chicken breast and fresher ingredients. I also love the pickled vegetables, so I made sure there was plenty of those.
Provided by metzstar
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place rice vinegar, water, and sugar into a saucepan over medium heat, bring to a boil, and stir until the sugar has dissolved, about 1 minute. Allow the mixture to cool.
- Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the carrot, radish, and onion in a bowl, and allow to stand for at least 30 minutes. Drain off the excess vinegar mixture after the vegetables have marinated.
- While the vegetables are marinating, preheat the oven's broiler, and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Lightly oil a slotted broiler pan.
- Sprinkle the chicken breast with garlic salt and pepper, and broil on slotted broiler pan, turning once, until the center of the chicken breast is no longer pink and the surface has browned, about 6 minutes per side. Remove the broiled chicken, and slice into bite-size pieces.
- Slice the baguette in half the long way, and pull the center of the bread out of the baguette halves, leaving a cavity for the filling. Place the baguette halves under the broiler to lightly toast, 2 to 3 minutes.
- To assemble the bahn mi sandwich, spread each half of the toasted baguette with mayonnaise, and fill the cavity of the bottom half of the bread with broiled chicken, cucumber slices, pickled carrot, onion, and radish, cilantro leaves, and jalapeno pepper. Squeeze a wedge of lime over the filling, and top with the other half of the baguette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.2 calories, Carbohydrate 85.2 g, Cholesterol 42.8 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 990 mg, Sugar 30 g
VIETNAMESE-STYLE SANDWICH: BANH MI
Steps:
- Make the slaw: In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and vinegar and bring to a boil. Transfer the vinegar mixture to a bowl and cool. Add the carrot and daikon, mix well, and season with salt. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes or store in the refrigerator up to overnight.
- Meanwhile, make the seasoned pork: Heat the oil in small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft. Add the pork, seasoning, garlic, and pepper and cook, stirring, until just cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the heat and set aside covered with foil to keep warm.
- Make the sandwiches: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Slice the baguettes open lengthwise, and slather the insides with mayonnaise. Arrange the baguettes on a baking sheet and bake until hot and crusty about 5 minutes. Remove the baguettes from the oven and immediately fill each with some of the seasoned pork. In each sandwich, arrange 2 slices each of the pork roll and salami, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon cilantro, 1 slice cucumber, ground pepper, and chili oil, if using. Serve immediately with the slaw on the side.
SHRIMP BANH MI (VIETNAMESE SHRIMP SANDWICH)
Make and share this Shrimp Banh Mi (Vietnamese Shrimp Sandwich) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For the Pickled Vegetables: Mix the water, vinegar, sugar and salt until the sugar and salt dissolves. Place the carrots and daikon radish in a container and pour the liquid over. Let pickle for one hour. Can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- For the Shrimp: Heat the sugar and water in a pan on medium high heat until the sugar caramelizes and turns dark brown. Carefully (it will splatter) add the water and fish sauce and stir over low heat until the caramel dissolves. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft. Add shrimp, caramel sauce, fish sauce, and pepper and cook until shrimp is pink all over about 3-4 minutes. Let cool.
- Cut baguette into four pieces and slice in half. Mix mayonnaise, soy sauce together in a bowl and spread on bread. Divide shrimp among 4 sandwiches. Divide and place the remaining ingredients on each sandwich.
VIETNAMESE CHICKEN BANH MI SANDWICHES
My version of the classic Vietnamese sandwich combines the satisfying flavor of chicken sausage with tangy vegetables pickled in rice vinegar. Stuff the ingredients in a hoagie bun and lunch is ready to go! -Angela Spengler, Niceville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut each sausage in half lengthwise. In a large skillet, brown sausage in 1 teaspoon oil. Remove and keep warm., Add the hoisin, honey, soy sauce, garlic and five-spice powder to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until garlic is tender and sauce is thickened. Return sausages to pan; toss to coat. , In a small skillet, saute the onion, cabbage and carrots in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Stir in vinegar. Serve sausage in buns with lettuce and onion mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 15 g fat (3 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66 mg cholesterol, Sodium 1,331 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57 g carbohydrate, Fiber 3 g fiber, Protein 25 g protein.
BANH MI VIETNAMESE SANDWICHES (BáNH MI)
These are excellent and rival anything you would get at a Vietnamese sandwich shop. If you use sourdough for the baguette, it gives it a nice tang. Feel free to use meat leftover from another meal, especially one that contained Asian flavors. Thanks to Mersaydees for putting this recipe in her best of 2008 cookbook and Nancy for including this in her best of 2017!
Provided by Maito
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- If using satay marinade, combine ingredients, and marinate meat at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Sprinkle carrot and daikon with salt and 1 teaspoon of the sugar and toss with fingers.
- Let sit about 3 minutes, until softened (they should be bendable but still crunchy). Rinse and drain.
- Mix vinegar, water, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Add carrot and daikon, and let marinate at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Grill meat until done and slice.
- Lightly toast bread. Spread lightly with mayonnaise and sprinkle on soy sauce. Fill with cilantro, carrot, daikon, cucumber, meat and jalapeno. Close and enjoy!
Tips:
- Use a good quality baguette. The bread is the foundation of a great banh mi, so don't skimp on quality. Look for a baguette that is light and airy with a crispy crust.
- Choose fresh, flavorful ingredients. The fillings are what make a banh mi unique, so use the best ingredients you can find. Fresh herbs, vegetables, and meats will make a big difference in the flavor of your sandwich.
- Balance the flavors. Banh mi is a complex sandwich with a lot of different flavors. Make sure to balance the salty, sweet, sour, and spicy elements so that no one flavor overpowers the others.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to making banh mi. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and fillings to create your own unique sandwich.
Conclusion:
Banh mi is a delicious and versatile sandwich that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a hearty dinner, a banh mi is sure to satisfy. With its combination of fresh ingredients, flavorful fillings, and crispy bread, banh mi is a sandwich that everyone will love.
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