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Caramelized Pork Banh Mi Recipe

Elevate your sandwich game with this gourmet Caramelized Pork Banh Mi! This Vietnamese hero sandwich features succulent, caramelized pork tenderloin, vibrant pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs, all nestled in a crispy baguette. Unlike traditional ground pork versions, our recipe uses tenderloin for a more refined texture. Optional pâté adds a classic touch. Get ready for a flavor explosion in every bite! Adapted and improved from a Yahoo! Shine recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 694.2 kcal
Protein 74g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caramelized Pork Banh Mi

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How to Make Caramelized Pork Banh Mi

  1. Thinly slice 1 large carrot and 1 large daikon radish lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced carrots and radishes with 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1/2 cup water. Stir well to combine.
  3. Set aside to pickle for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator for optimal flavor.
  4. Slice 1 pound pork tenderloin thinly against the grain into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  5. Gently pound the pork slices to an even 1/4-inch thickness between two sheets of plastic wrap.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together the marinade: 3 tablespoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 2 green onions (finely chopped), and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Add the pounded pork to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated. Marinate for 10-30 minutes.
  8. Heat a grill pan, cast iron skillet, or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the hot pan.
  9. Add the marinated pork to the hot pan and sear for 1-2 minutes per side, until caramelized and cooked through.
  10. To assemble the banh mi: Slice baguettes in half lengthwise. Spread mayonnaise on one side and pâté (optional) on the other.
  11. Layer lettuce leaves, seared pork, pickled vegetables, 1-2 slices of jalapeño (optional), and fresh cilantro on the mayonnaise side.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

130 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

11g

Carbs

36g

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