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Bánh Mì Gà

Cultural Context

Bánh Mì Gà, originating from Vietnam, is a delightful fusion of French and Vietnamese culinary traditions. The sandwich showcases the influence of French baguettes combined with local ingredients like grilled chicken and pickled vegetables. It is often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack, reflecting the vibrant street food culture of Vietnam. Today, Bánh Mì has gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences.

VietnameseVNmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
Banh Mi Baguette
Chicken Thighs / Chicken Breast
1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
1 Tbsp Minced Shallot
1 Tbsp Minced Lemongrass
½ Tbsp Salt
½ Tbsp Pepper
1 tsp Five-Spice Powder
2 Tbsp Light Soy Sauce
1.5 Tbsp Oyster Sauce
1 Tbsp Cooking Wine
1 Tbsp Corn Syrup/ Honey
1 Tbsp Honey
1 Tbsp Oil
Mayonnaise
Carrot & Daikon Pickles
Cilantro
Cucumber
Chilies

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: rotisserie chicken

Rotisserie chicken saves time and effort in preparation.

1

Prepare the marinade sauce by mixing minced garlic, minced shallot, minced lemongrass, salt, pepper, five-spice powder, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, cooking wine, and corn syrup/honey.

2

Marinate the chicken thighs or breasts in the marinade sauce.

3

Air fry the marinated chicken until cooked through.

4

Prepare the carrot and daikon pickles (Vietnamese pickles).

5

Assemble the Banh Mi by spreading mayonnaise on the baguette, adding the air-fried chicken, and topping with pickles, cilantro, cucumber, and chilies.

Cooking Techniques

grillingpickling

Equipment Needed

air fryermixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheatsoy

Also Known As

Vietnamese Chicken SandwichBanh Mi with Chicken

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