**Beef Banh Mi Bites: A Taste of Vietnamese Street Food at Home**
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese street food with these delightful Beef Banh Mi Bites. Inspired by the classic Vietnamese banh mi sandwich, these bite-sized treats combine tender marinated beef, pickled vegetables, and a creamy, tangy sauce, all wrapped in a crispy wonton wrapper.
This recipe article offers two irresistible variations to satisfy every palate. The first recipe features a traditional beef filling, while the second tantalizes with a vegetarian alternative using shiitake mushrooms. Both versions are bursting with authentic Vietnamese flavors, making them perfect for a quick and satisfying snack or appetizer.
Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your Beef Banh Mi Bites turn out perfectly. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the streets of Vietnam, right from your own kitchen!
MINI BáNH Mì BITES
These Mini Bánh Mì Bites take all your favorite flavors of a classic Bánh Mì, and stuff them into a tiny chicken meatball, perfect for snacking. Serve them with a spicy sriracha aioli, a slice of cucumber and radish, secure with a toothpick, and serve at your next party!
Provided by Nicole
Categories Appetizer
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using your hands, combine ground turkey, grated onion, diced onion, green onion, carrot, cilantro, garlic, soy sauce, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, fish sauce, 2 teaspoons sirracha, brown sugar, egg and panko in a medium bowl. Do not over mix.
- Use a small cookie scoop to form meat into 1-inch meatballs and line up on a cookie sheet. Bake for 20 minutes or until meatballs are golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs cook, toss sliced cucumbers and radishes with 2 tablespoons rice vinegar in a small bowl. (The radishes may tint the cucumbers, if you don't want them to bleed at all, marinate them in separate bowls.)
- Also while the meatballs cook, mix remaining vinegar, sirracha, sesame oil and mayo in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Skewer one slice of cucumber and one slice of radish onto cocktail skewer, followed by one meatball. Serve with mayo.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bite, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 177 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Calories 50 kcal
BEEF BANH MI BITES
Here is a fun bite-size take on Banh Mi, a popular Vietnamese sandwich that's gaining popularity in the US especially southern California. The first time I heard of this sandwich was on Food Cart Wars last year. The kids who did the cart sold a ton of these sandwiches! And yes, they were from S. California. Enjoy!
Provided by Patty Ward
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In medium bowl, stir together carrot, radish,cucumber, sriacha sauce, vinegar, lime juice and cilantro. Set aside.
- 2. Arrange bread slices on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 6-8 minutes of until lightly toastd.
- 3. IN small bowl, stir together mayonnaise and 5-spice powder, Spread 1 tsp. mayonnaise mixture on each bread slice. Place a quarter slice roast beef on each slice. Top with 1 tsp. vegetable mixture.
VIETNAMESE BANH MI SANDWICH WITH GRILLED BEEF
The Vietnamese sandwich is a wonderful combination of flavors and textures. This version is made with very thinly sliced grilled beef with a charred and carmelized meat flavor, a layer of crunchy sweet and sour pickled carrots and daikon (recipe posted separately), a layer of soft and sweet shallots and fresh and crispy lettuce and cilantro. The recipe is from The Steamy Kitchen Cookbook by Jaden Hair. Tip: slice the beef very thinly before the meat has completely thawed, or ask the butcher to slice it thinly when you purchase it. If you have a package of the thinly sliced beef for cheese steaks, that will work too (as long as it isn't pre-seasoned).
Provided by PanNan
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk together the garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, pepper, and 1 tbsp peanut oil in a large bowl. Add the sliced beef and mix well to coat each slice. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes (or overnight in the refrigerator).
- Heat a grill pan (or electric grill appliance) until it is hot. Brush 1 tbsp oil on the pan. Add the beef slices in batches, laying them flat in a single layer, taking care not to overcrowd the pan. Grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute and flip each slice, repeating on the other side (unless you are using the double sided grill appliance, and then you would not flip and repeat). Remove the beef slices when they are just slightly charred, but not overcooked. Drain off and reserve the juices. Repeat, brushing grill pan with additional oil when necessary, until all the beef slices are grilled.
- When the beef is grilled, brush the pan with more oil and add the shallots (or onions). Grill them until just softened. Reserve any remaining juices along with the carmelized bits.
- Assemble the sandwiches by slicing the French baguettes in half lengthwise, brushing each half with some of the pan juices; add 2 lettuce leaves, 1/4 of the grilled beef, 1/4 cup of the carrot daikon pickle, grilled shallots and a sprig of fresh cilantro.
Tips:
- Choose the right bread: Use a baguette or French bread that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. You can also use a soft hoagie roll.
- Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a mixture of soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ginger adds flavor and tenderizes the meat.
- Cook the beef properly: Cook the beef until it is just cooked through, as overcooking will make it tough. You can grill, pan-fry, or broil the beef.
- Assemble the banh mi bites: Assemble the banh mi bites by spreading some pâté on the bread, then adding the beef, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and chili peppers. You can also add other toppings, such as sliced cucumber or tomatoes.
- Serve immediately: Banh mi bites are best served immediately, while the bread is still crispy.
Conclusion:
Beef banh mi bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or gatherings, and they can also be enjoyed as a quick and easy lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone.
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