Bánh Mì
Vietnamese Baguette Sandwich
A crisp, airy baguette filled with a combination of savory meats, pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and flavorful condiments.
Other variations:
Bánh mì thịt nguội, Bánh mì chả lụa, Bánh mì gà, Bánh mì bò, Bánh mì xíu mại, Bánh mì trứng, Bánh mì chay
Category
Sandwich
Region
Southern Vietnam
Preparation Time
27 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Very Easy
About this recipe
Bánh Mì originated during the French colonial period and evolved in Southern Vietnam into a uniquely Vietnamese street food. The sandwich reflects a fusion of French bread-making and local flavors, with endless variations in fillings.
Ingredients List
4 Vietnamese baguettes
300 g roast or grilled pork (or assorted cold cuts)
100 g pork pâté
50 g mayonnaise
150 g pickled carrots and daikon
1 cucumber (sliced lengthwise)
1 bunch cilantro
2–3 fresh chilies
2 tbsp soy sauce
Materials & Tools
Baguette
knife and chopping board
mixing bowls
small saucepan (for pâté or sauces)
Preparation steps
Total Time :
27 min
Active Time :
27 min
Cooking Time
–
Step 1
Prep Bread
Slice baguettes lengthwise without cutting through fully.
5 min
Step 2
Spread Condiments
Spread pâté and mayonnaise inside.
5 min
Step 3
Add Filling
Layer pork slices, pickled carrots & daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and chili.
10 min
Step 4
Drizzle Sauce
Sprinkle a little soy sauce inside.
2 min
Step 5
Serve
2 min
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Chef’s Tips
Lightly toast baguettes for extra crispness; balance flavors with equal parts savory meat and tangy pickles.
Serving Suggestions
Extra chili for spice, additional pickles for tang
Nutritional info
420 kcal20 g protein14 g fat55 g carbs
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