The Banh Mi is a sandwich originating from Vietnam, which has won over the world with its authentic flavors and quick preparation. It is a tasty blend between crispy French baguettes and typical ingredients of Vietnamese cuisine. In this article, we present you a simple and delicious version of the pork Banh Mi that you can make at home.
The necessary ingredients for preparing easy Banh Mi with pork
To make a good Banh Mi with pork, you need to choose fresh and quality ingredients while following the recipe steps. Here’s what you’ll need:
For the roast pork
- 500g of pork fillet
- 2 crushed garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of nuoc-mam (fish sauce)
- 5 tablespoons of lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of paprika or sweet pepper powder
- 3 tablespoons of peanut oil
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For the sandwich
- 4 half-baguettes of bread
- 1 cucumber cut into thin slices
- 1 grated carrot
- 1/2 finely chopped red onion
- A blend of coriander, basil and fresh mint
- Some lettuce leaves (optional)
- 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise
Steps to prepare easy Pork Banh Mi
Follow these simple steps to make your Easy Homemade Pork Banh Mi and enjoy:
Preparation of the pork roast
1. Start by preparing the marinade for the pork fillet. In a bowl, mix the crushed garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, paprika or sweet pepper, and peanut oil.
2. Slice the pork fillet into thin slices and add them to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and cook the pork slices with the marinade until they are well browned on each side and the meat is cooked.
Sandwich Assembly
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C .
2. Cut the half-baguettes lengthwise without completely detaching them and place them in the oven for 5 minutes, until they are slightly crispy.
3. Generously spread the inside of the baguettes with mayonnaise.
4. Then arrange the slices of pork roast on the mayonnaise, then add the cucumber slices, grated carrot, finely chopped red onion, the mix of fresh herbs and lettuce leaves if you are using them.
5. Press gently on the sandwich to ensure all the ingredients adhere together well.
Tips for enjoying your easy pork Banh Mi
To fully appreciate the flavors of this delicious Easy Pork Banh Mi, serve it with a good glass of fresh fruit juice or an Asian beer. Don’t hesitate to change the ingredients to suit your tastes: for example, you can choose grilled chicken, marinated tofu, or even thinly sliced beef instead of pork. You can also add other vegetables such as radishes, shredded white cabbage or bell pepper strips.
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If you prefer a spicier taste, don’t hesitate to add some slices of fresh chili pepper or a dash of hot sauce to your sandwich. The Banh Mi is a friendly and customizable dish as you wish, so let your imagination run wild and delight yourself with this simple and authentic recipe.