**Pork Banh Mi: A Symphony of Vietnamese Flavors**
Pork banh mi is a delectable Vietnamese sandwich that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of savory, sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. This culinary masterpiece is a symphony of textures, combining the crispy baguette, tender pork, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and a flavorful spread. In this article, we'll embark on a culinary journey, exploring two enticing recipes for pork banh mi, each offering a unique twist on this beloved Vietnamese street food. The first recipe presents a traditional pork banh mi, capturing the authentic taste of Vietnam. The second recipe takes a creative approach, introducing a modern interpretation of this classic dish. Both recipes promise an explosion of flavors, making them perfect for a quick lunch, a satisfying snack, or a flavorful dinner. Get ready to savor the delectable combination of sweet, tangy, and savory notes in every bite of these irresistible pork banh mi.
BANH MI RECIPE
Banh Mi is Vietnamese baguette with grilled meat. Easy banh mi recipe with grilled lemongrass pork and baguette to make the perfect banh mi at home.
Provided by Rasa Malaysia
Categories Vietnamese Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Lightly pound the pork slices with a mallet or the back of the kitchen knife. In a bowl, mix all the Marinade ingredients together. Marinate the pork with the Marinade, for 2 hours or best overnight. Discard excess marinade before grilling.
- Fire up the grill. Arrange the marinated pork onto the grill. Grill until the pork is nicely charred on both sides or until the pork is cooked through. If you are using a broiler oven, broil for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the pork is completely cooked and nicely charred.
- Remove the pork from the grill. Spread the the mayonnaise on the baguette and add a few grilled pork slices. Top the pork with pickled carrots and daikon and cilantro leaves. Cut the baguette into halves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 140 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 34 grams fat, Protein 43 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 6 people, Sodium 898 milligrams sodium, Sugar 32 grams sugar
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 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.
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
PORK BANH MI
Delicious Vietnamese-style sandwich.
Provided by andrea
Categories Pork Sandwiches
Time 2h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine green onions, garlic, fish sauce, sugar, honey, and pepper in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add pork chops and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours.
- With 30 minutes left to marinade, combine carrots, cucumbers, red onion, rice vinegar, and 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce in a medium bowl. Stir to combine and let pickle until needed for sandwiches.
- Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Remove meat from the bones and thinly slice.
- Spread mayonnaise, hoisin sauce, and remaining chili-garlic sauce on the top halves of the baguettes. Layer pork, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and jalapenos on the bottom halves. Carefully close the baguettes. Slice each in half to make 4 sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.2 calories, Carbohydrate 78.7 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 2098.5 mg, Sugar 20.7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right pork: For the best flavor, use a pork shoulder or pork butt roast. These cuts are well-marinated and have a good amount of fat, which will help keep the pork moist during cooking.
- Marinate the pork: Marinating the pork overnight or for at least 8 hours will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, but a simple mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger is a good place to start.
- Cook the pork slowly: Pork shoulder and pork butt roasts are tough cuts of meat, so they need to be cooked slowly in order to become tender. Braising or roasting the pork is a good way to achieve this. You can also cook the pork in a slow cooker.
- Make the pickled vegetables: Pickled vegetables are a traditional Vietnamese condiment that adds a bright, acidic flavor to banh mi. You can use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, daikon radish, and cucumbers. The vegetables are typically pickled in a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Assemble the banh mi: To assemble the banh mi, simply spread some mayonnaise or pâté on the baguette, then top with the pork, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and chili peppers. You can also add other toppings, such as fried eggs or avocado.
Conclusion:
Pork banh mi is a delicious and versatile Vietnamese sandwich that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its flavorful pork, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs, it's a sandwich that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pork banh mi a try.
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