Beef Banh Mi Sandwich
A quick and flavorful Vietnamese-style sandwich with grilled beef, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables on a crusty baguette. Perfect for a fast lunch or dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- ½ lb beef sirloin
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 medium carrot
- ½ medium cucumber
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Thinly slice the 0.5 lb beef sirloin against the grain. In a bowl, toss with 2 tbsp soy sauce and let sit for 5 minutes.
- 2
While the beef marinates, slice the 1 carrot and 0.5 cucumber into thin matchsticks. Pick leaves from the 0.5 cup cilantro.
- 3
Heat a skillet over high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and cook until browned and slightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 4
Slice the 1 baguette lengthwise, leaving one side attached. Fill with the cooked beef, carrot, cucumber, and cilantro. Press gently and serve.
- 5
Optional: add sriracha or mayonnaise for extra flavor if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- knife
- cutting board
- bowl
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