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Classic Vietnamese Banh Mi

Crisp baguette filled with savory grilled pork, tangy pickles, fresh herbs, and creamy mayo.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese

Ingredients
  

  • 4 small baguettes Vietnamese-style
  • 1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced for marinating
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise full-fat
  • 1 cup pickled carrots and daikon homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro fresh

Equipment

  • Grill or skillet for pork

Method
 

  1. Marinate pork with soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and garlic for 30 minutes.
  2. Grill or sear pork until cooked and slightly charred.
  3. Slice baguettes lengthwise, leaving one side attached. Toast lightly.
  4. Spread mayonnaise on both sides of bread.
  5. Layer pork, pickles, cucumber, cilantro, and chilies.
  6. Close, press gently, and serve immediately.