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Banh Mi Recipe

Banh Mi Recipe
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Discover the delightful explosion of flavors in this Banh Mi Recipe, a Vietnamese sandwich that blends marinated beef with fresh, crunchy pickled vegetables and creamy chili mayonnaise, all housed in a soft baguette. This vibrant meal is not just delicious; it’s an adventure for your taste buds! Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, each person can customize their sandwich to perfection. With an elevated lemongrass marinade and an array of toppings, every bite is a harmonious blend of spicy, sweet, and tangy notes. Get ready for impressive meals that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pkg. beef tenderloin, trimmed (comes with 2 pieces, 2 – 2 ½ lbs. total)
  • 2 shallots, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup lemongrass, from white inner part of 3 stalks
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 inch ginger, peeled (or 1 tsp ground)
  • 5 cloves garlic, peeled (or 1 teaspoons powder)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon Asian chili sauce, like Sambal Oelek or Sriracha
  • 1 tsp EACH ground coriander, Chinese 5 spice
  • ½ cup rice vinegar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup matchstick carrots (about 2–3 carrots)
  • 1 cup daikon, cut into matchsticks (may substitute radishes)
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1–3 teaspoons Asian chili sauce, like Sambal Oelek or Sriracha
  • 6–8 soft French baguettes, about 8-inches each (or use long crunchy rolls)
  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 4–6 jalapenos, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix shallots, lemongrass, lime juice, maple syrup, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, vegetable oil, and chili sauce to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate the beef in the mixture for at least one hour.
  3. Prepare the pickled vegetables by dissolving rice vinegar, water, sugar, and salt over medium heat before adding carrots and daikon.
  4. Cook the marinated beef on a grill or skillet until desired doneness (5-7 minutes per side).
  5. Assemble sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise mixed with chili sauce on baguettes and layering with sliced beef and pickled veggies.

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