How to cook Chicken Banh Mi
Here's a delicious recipe for Chicken Banh Mi, a Vietnamese sandwich that's a perfect blend of flavors and textures. This recipe features marinated grilled chicken, a variety of fresh vegetables, and a delicious spread, all packed into a crisp baguette.

Here's a delicious recipe for Chicken Banh Mi, a Vietnamese sandwich that's a perfect blend of flavors and textures. This recipe features marinated grilled chicken, a variety of fresh vegetables, and a delicious spread, all packed into a crisp baguette.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder (optional)
For the Pickled Vegetables:
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup daikon radish (or more carrots), julienned
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Sandwich:
- Baguette (preferably Vietnamese-style)
- Fresh cucumber, sliced
- Fresh cilantro (coriander)
- Sliced jalapeños or other chili peppers (to taste)
- Mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions:
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Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, vegetable oil, minced garlic, black pepper, and five-spice powder.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
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Pickle the Vegetables:
- In a saucepan, combine rice vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and pour over the julienned carrots and daikon in a bowl or jar. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Preheat your grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
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Assemble the Banh Mi:
- Slice your baguette lengthwise without cutting all the way through, creating a pocket.
- Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise inside (optional).
- Layer in sliced chicken, followed by pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, cilantro, and jalapeños.
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Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious homemade chicken banh mi!
Tips:
- You can also customize your Banh Mi with additional toppings like sliced avocado, tomato, or different types of meat such as pork or tofu.
- If you like extra crunch, consider adding crushed peanuts or fried shallots.
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