Bánh Mì Recipe - NGON Vietnam

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

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

–

Prep Bread

Slice baguettes lengthwise without cutting through fully.

5 min

Spread Condiments

Spread pâté and mayonnaise inside.

5 min

Add Filling

Layer pork slices, pickled carrots & daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and chili.

10 min

Drizzle Sauce

Sprinkle a little soy sauce inside.

2 min

Serve

Press lightly and serve fresh.

2 min

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

420kcal
20g protein
14g fat
55g carbs

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