Pork and Pâté Vietnamese Sandwich (Banh Mi)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 3
Pork and Pâté Vietnamese Sandwich (Banh Mi) Recipe
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Prep

90 min

Cook

75 min

Ready In

165 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

10 cups water , divided ( simmering )
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup sugar
3 garlic cloves , peeled
2 serrano chilies , crushed
1 tablespoon black peppercorns , cracked
3 lbs pork butt , boneless
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups carrots , peeled and coarsely shredded
2 French baguettes ( Vietnamese or French , not sourdough )
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 ounces pork pate ( optional but oh so fine )
1 large English cucumber , halved crosswise and sliced lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick pieces
1/2 cup cilantro leaf , packed
1/4 cup Thai basil , packed
4 jalapenos , sliced lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick pieces
4 teaspoons light soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
551
Sugar
16g
Fat
23g
The Pork and Pâté Vietnamese Sandwich (Banh Mi) is a delicious and flavorful sandwich that originates from Vietnam. It is a popular street food that has gained popularity all over the world, and for good reason. This sandwich is a fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisine, with a crispy French baguette, savory pork, and a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs. While the traditional version includes liver pâté, this recipe uses pork pâté for a milder flavor. This sandwich is perfect for lunch or a quick and easy dinner, and it can be made in advance and packed for a picnic or a road trip.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water, sugar, salt, garlic, serrano chilies, and black peppercorns to a boil.
2.Remove pot from heat and add remaining 4 cups of cold water, then add pork butt to the pot.
3.Cover and refrigerate mixture for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
4.Preheat oven to 375°F. Drain pork and discard the brine.
5.In a large roasting pan, place pork and add vinegar, sugar, and salt mixture to the pan.
6.Roast until pork is golden brown, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
7.Let the pork cool, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
8.Slice baguettes in half lengthwise and spread with mayonnaise on both sides.
9.Add pork pâté to the bottom half of each baguette.
10.Add shredded pork, carrots, cucumber, cilantro, Thai basil, jalapeno, and soy sauce.
11.Close the sandwich and serve.

PROS

This delicious sandwich has a great balance of flavors and textures.

The different layers of pork, pâté, and vegetables, make this a filling and satisfying meal.

It can be easily customized to your liking by adding or removing ingredients.

CONS

This sandwich can be quite messy to eat, due to the multiple layers of fillings.

The pork can take a while to cook, so it’s important to plan ahead when preparing this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sandwich is not the healthiest option out there, it does have some nutritional benefits.
Carrots are high in vitamins A and K, as well as fiber, which is important for digestive health.
Cilantro and Thai basil are also rich in nutrients and antioxidants that may aid in reducing inflammation and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

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