Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 French baguette
- 1/2 lb. pork belly, sliced
- 1/2 cup fermented bean sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup pickled carrots and daikon
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 jalapeño pepper, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Knife
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together fermented bean sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar.
3. Season pork belly with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through.
4. Slice baguette in half lengthwise and spread mayonnaise on both sides.
5. Layer grilled pork belly on the bottom half of the baguette.
6. Top with pickled carrots and daikon, cilantro leaves, and jalapeño slices.
7. Drizzle fermented bean sauce mixture over the sandwich.
8. Close the sandwich with the top half of the baguette.
9. Serve and enjoy!
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill or grill pan: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 2-4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 600
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with chicken or tofu.
- Fermented bean sauce can be substituted with hoisin sauce.
Variations:
- Add sliced cucumbers or jalapeño peppers for extra crunch and spice.
- Use different types of pickled vegetables, such as pickled radishes or onions.
- Substitute the baguette with a different type of bread, such as a croissant or ciabatta.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the pork belly thinly for even cooking.
- Toast the baguette for extra crunch.
- Use a pastry brush to evenly distribute the fermented bean sauce mixture on the sandwich.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover sandwich in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat sandwich in a toaster oven or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Cut the sandwich into smaller pieces for a party platter.
- Serve with a side of Vietnamese iced coffee.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with extra cilantro leaves or sliced jalapeño peppers.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of Vietnamese spring rolls or pho.
Suggested side dishes:
- Vietnamese spring rolls
- Pho
- Green papaya salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork belly is not cooked through, finish cooking in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook pork belly to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Bánh mì is a Vietnamese sandwich that originated during French colonial rule in Vietnam. It is typically made with a French baguette and filled with various meats, pickled vegetables, and herbs.
Flavor profiles:
- The sandwich has a combination of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors from the pork belly, fermented bean sauce, pickled vegetables, and rice vinegar.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sandwich with a side of Vietnamese iced coffee for a traditional Vietnamese meal.
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Region: Vietnamese