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Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich

Crispy baguette loaded with pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and mayo-based spread—ready to assemble in under 15 minutes. A bright, tangy, crunchy classic.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
7g
Vietnamese Banh Mi Sandwich
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Ingredients

  • 1 whole French baguette (8-10 inches)
  • 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup Carrots and daikon radish, peeled
  • 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • ½ cup Fresh cilantro and jalapeño, sliced
  • ½ whole Cucumber, sliced into spears
  • 1 pinch Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut carrots and daikon into thin matchsticks using a mandoline or vegetable peeler.

  2. 2

    Whisk rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until sugar dissolves. Add carrot and daikon; toss and let sit 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Slice baguette in half lengthwise. Gently hollow out some crumb from the top to make room for fillings.

  4. 4

    Spread mayo on both baguette halves. Layer bottom half with pickled vegetables, cilantro, jalapeño, and cucumber.

  5. 5

    Close sandwich, cut in half, and serve immediately while baguette is still crisp.

Tools you’ll need

  • mandoline or vegetable peeler
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • serrated knife
  • cutting board

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