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Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi: A Must-Try Flavor Explosion!

Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi is a delicious Vietnamese sandwich that combines crispy pork belly with fresh vegetables and a spicy mayo, all nestled in a toasted baguette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 -4 servings
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked pork belly sliced into thin pieces
  • 1 French baguette
  • 1 cup pickled carrots and daikon 1 cup carrots, 1 cup daikon, pickled in vinegar, sugar, and salt
  • 1 cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the sliced pork belly on a baking sheet and roast for about 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden brown. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
  2. While the pork belly is roasting, prepare the baguette. Cut it in half lengthwise, leaving one side attached to create a hinge. Lightly toast the inside of the baguette in the oven for about 5 minutes until warm and slightly crispy.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with soy sauce and sriracha (if using) to create a spicy mayo.
  4. Once the pork belly is done, assemble the banh mi. Spread the spicy mayo on both sides of the baguette.
  5. Layer the crispy pork belly slices on the bottom half of the baguette.
  6. Top the pork belly with pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber slices, jalapeño (if using), and fresh cilantro.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then close the sandwich and press down gently.
  8. Slice the banh mi into manageable pieces and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a healthier option, swap out the pork belly for grilled chicken or tofu.
  • Add a squeeze of lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.

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