Vietnamese Banh Mi: A Signature Street Food Delight
There’s a heartening allure to street food that transcends boundaries. Today, we’ll journey through the culinary gem that is Vietnamese Banh Mi, a classic street food dish that effortlessly balances sweet, salty, sour and spicy flavors.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: Serves 4
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: Serves 4
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 450 cal | 20 g | 5 g | 6 g | 2 g | 25 g | 45 g | 4 g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf French bread
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup pickled carrots
- 1/4 cup fresh cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup pickled daikon radish
- 4 thinly sliced red chili peppers
- 1/2 lb cooked pork belly or chicken
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
Instructions:
- Begin by slicing the French bread lengthwise.
- Apply a layer of the mayonnaise.
- Add the pickled carrots, cucumber, daikon radish and sliced chili peppers.
- Layer the cooked pork belly or chicken on top.
- Drizzle with soy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy the authentic flavors of Vietnamese street food at home.
Now you have your very own homemade Vietnamese Banh Mi, a piece of street food culture on your table. Going beyond its role as food, it’s a manifestation of Vietnam’s vibrant street life. Happy cooking!