Celebrate National Sandwich Month | Fat Boy Shrimp | Banh Mi Recipe | Fidel Gastro

baguette

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white sandwich bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber, while white bread is more accessible.

grilled pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while chicken is often less expensive.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado provides healthy fats, while yogurt is a budget-friendly creamy alternative.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian option, while salt is a basic pantry item.

Prepare pickled carrots and daikon by soaking in vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 1 hour.

Deep fry the shrimp until golden brown and cooked through.

Slice the baguette lengthwise without cutting all the way through.

Spread mayonnaise on both sides of the baguette.

Layer deep-fried shrimp inside the baguette.

Add pickled carrots and daikon on top of the shrimp.

Place cucumber slices and jalapeño slices next.

Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top.

Close the baguette and press gently to compact the filling.

Slice into manageable portions and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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