**Pork and Pâté Banh Mi: A Symphony of Flavors in Every Bite**
Embark on a culinary journey to Vietnam with the enticing Pork and Pâté Banh Mi, a delectable sandwich bursting with an explosion of flavors. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that capture the essence of this iconic Vietnamese street food. Discover the secrets of creating the perfect balance of savory roasted pork, velvety smooth pâté, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs, all nestled within a crispy baguette. Explore variations of this classic sandwich, including the vegetarian Banh Mi Chay, featuring marinated tofu, and the Banh Mi Thit Nuong, a grilled pork version that tantalizes the taste buds. Get ready to elevate your lunch game and impress your friends and family with these authentic and flavorful Banh Mi recipes.
**Recipes Included:**
* **Classic Pork and Pâté Banh Mi:** Master the traditional Banh Mi with this comprehensive recipe that guides you through every step, from roasting the pork to assembling the sandwich.
* **Vegetarian Banh Mi Chay:** Delight in a meatless variation of the Banh Mi, featuring marinated tofu that soaks up all the delicious flavors of the accompanying ingredients.
* **Banh Mi Thit Nuong:** Experience the smoky goodness of grilled pork in this Banh Mi variation, where succulent pork is marinated and grilled to perfection.
* **Pickled Vegetables:** Learn how to make the essential pickled vegetables that add a vibrant crunch and tangy flavor to the Banh Mi.
* **Homemade Pâté:** Elevate your Banh Mi with homemade pâté, a smooth and savory spread that adds a touch of luxury to this Vietnamese delicacy.
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
PORK AND PâTé VIETNAMESE SANDWICH (BANH MI)
I so miss going down to the International District & grabbing these wonderful sandwiches. The kind folks at www.Chow.com shared this wonderful recipe & I am stashing it for summer al fresco noshing on the deck. ***Start the pork marinade and the pickled carrots the day before serving.**** These sandwiches can be prepared ahead & wrapped in Saran wrap & fridged until serving. To serve, place the toothpicks, slice & serve. The Chowhounds appropriately recommend a light bubbly beer - Tiger Beer from Singapore or a Rolling Rock for a more local brew.
Provided by Busters friend
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3h30m
Yield 12-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Pork:.
- Pour 2 cups of the simmering water into a 6-quart heatproof container with a tightfitting lid, then remove water from heat.
- Add salt and sugar to the heatproof container and stir until dissolved. Add garlic, chiles, peppercorns, and pork. Top with remaining 8 cups of tepid water to fully cover meat. Submerge meat if necessary by filling a resealable bag with water and placing it on top. Cover and refrigerate 12 hours or overnight.
- When pork is ready, remove from liquid, rinse, pat dry with paper towels, and place fat side up in a roasting pan. Allow to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the oven to 400°F and arrange the rack in the middle. Roast pork until internal temperature reads 165°F, about 1 hour 45 minutes. Let cool to room temperature, or at least 45 minutes, then slice thinly, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Pickled carrots:.
- Combine vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once sugar and salt have dissolved, remove from heat, add carrots, and stir to coat in pickling mixture. Let stand until carrots have softened, at least 30 minutes or overnight. Drain well and set aside.
- Assembly:.
- Slice off top 1/3 of baguettes lengthwise and set aside. Remove enough of bottom interiors so that filling can fit easily.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise on each upper 1/3 of baguette and 2 tablespoons on each bottom. Crumble 1/2 of the pâté (if using - use it!) on each bottom section, then top with sliced pork (there may be some left over), cucumber, cilantro leaves, basil leaves, pickled carrots, and jalapeños. Sprinkle each sandwich with soy sauce and close with upper parts of baguettes. Place 10 toothpicks approximately 1 inch apart to secure the sandwiches, and slice into about 10 (1-1/2-inch) pieces. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 568, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 76.8, Sodium 5570.1, Carbohydrate 60.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 18.6, Protein 28.6
PORK BANH MI
Steps:
- For the pork: Combine the garlic, lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, sugar, salt and 2 tablespoons vinegar in a bowl and mix well to combine. (Reserve the rest of the bottle of vinegar for the pickles, below.)
- Pound out the pork chops using a meat tenderizer until they are 1/2 to 1 inch thick. Add the pork to the marinade and turn to fully coat. Marinade for 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes.
- Remove the pork from the marinade. Heat the olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the pork chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Set aside to rest.
- For the pickles: Put the salt, sugar, red pepper and the remainder of the bottle of vinegar in a saucepan. Heat until the mixture comes to a low boil, then add the radishes, jalapeños and carrots. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat and drain.
- To assemble: Combine the mayo and sriracha in a small bowl to taste. Halve the French bread and spread with the sriracha mayo on both the tops and bottoms. Top with the cucumbers. Slice the pork and lay the slices on the cucumbers. Top with the pickled vegetables and the other half of the French bread.
CARAMELIZED PORK BANH MI
A banh mi is basically a Vietnamese hero sandwich. Often made with ground pork, this one has pork tenderloin that can be grilled or pan seared. The pate is optional, but normally found in a banh mi. Recipe adapted from Yahoo! Shine.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Slice carrots and radishes in fourths or sixths lengthwise, depending on size (you are making a sort of slaw).
- Combine with remaining ingredients; set aside for flavors to meld an hour or up to overnight (will keep for several days, refrigerated).
- Slice tenderloin, against the grain, into 1/2 inch slices; pound to an even 1/4 inch thickness between plastic wrap.
- Make a marinade by combining fish sauce, maple syrup, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, green onion, and black pepper; make sure all the pork is coated in the marinade and let sit for 10 to 30 minutes.
- Heat your grill, grill pan, or cast iron skillet to high; add vegetable oil to marinated pork and stir to coat.
- Sear pork 1 to 2 minutes per side (it cooks very quickly).
- To assemble sandwiches, slice the baguette and spread with mayonnaise on one side and pate (or liverwurst) on the other (if using); add lettuce, meat, pickled vegetables, sliced jalapeno, and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 694.2, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 3138.8, Carbohydrate 110.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 16.4, Protein 37
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients, especially the pork and pâté. Look for fresh, flavorful meat and a pâté that is made with quality ingredients and has a smooth, rich texture.
- Marinate the pork in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, fish sauce, garlic, and ginger to add depth of flavor.
- Cook the pork over high heat to get a nice sear on the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
- Use a variety of fresh, crisp vegetables in your banh mi. Some popular choices include carrots, daikon radish, cucumber, and cilantro.
- Balance the flavors in your banh mi by adding a mix of sweet, sour, and savory ingredients. For example, you could add pickled carrots, pickled daikon radish, or a sweet and spicy chili sauce.
- Serve the banh mi warm, with the bread crispy and the fillings hot and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Pork and pâté banh mi is a delicious and versatile sandwich that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its combination of flavorful pork, creamy pâté, and fresh vegetables, it's sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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