How To Make A Banh Mi Sandwich | Delicious Vietnamese Sandwich!

pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive than pork.

baguette

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber, while white bread is usually less costly.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado spread is healthier, while yogurt is a budget-friendly alternative.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and healthier, while banana peppers are often cheaper.

Cut daikon and carrot into matchstick shape.

Mix vinegar and salt in a bowl and add the cut vegetables; let sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle.

Prepare the chicken marinade by mixing garlic, Chinese 5 spice, honey, soy sauce, ketchup, sesame oil, sriracha, and Maggi sauce.

Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture.

Grill the marinated chicken thighs until cooked through.

Slice the bun lengthwise without cutting all the way through.

Spread mayonnaise on both sides of the bun.

Layer grilled chicken inside the bun.

Add pickled daikon and carrot on top of the chicken.

Insert cucumber slices and jalapeño slices for crunch and heat.

Top with fresh cilantro leaves and cracked pepper.

Close the sandwich and press gently to compact.

Slice into manageable portions and serve immediately.

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