Banh Mi (Vietnamese Pulled Pork Sandwich)
Introduce
Chef :
Chad Richey
Banh Mi (Vietnamese Pulled Pork Sandwich)
Banh Mi is actually the Vietnamese word for "baguette" but has come to also be the name of the sandwich made on a baguette. It is the fusion of traditional Vietnamese flavors with the influence of french cuisine brought during the French colonial period.
Cooking instructions
* Step 1
Combine all ingredients for dry rub and mix thoroughly.
* Step 2
Apply dry rub liberally to pork roast.
* Step 3
Place pork in preheated smoker or grill set up for indirect cooking.
* Step 4
Cook at 225-250°F until meat reaches an internal temperature of 195-200°F.
* Step 5
While meat is cooking, prepare the Do Chua by placing all ingredients except the carrots and radish into a saucepan over low heat until the sugar has disolved.
* Step 6
Allow pickling liquid to cool, then poor over the julienned vegetables.
* Step 7
Allow to soak for at least 4 hours (overnight is better)
* Step 8
Prepare the sauce by placing the vegetable oil in a saucepan over med-high heat.
* Step 9
Add the curry paste and sautee for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
* Step 10
Add the garilc, ginger, and chili paste and cook for 1 minute.
* Step 11
Add the lime juice, fish sauce, and sweet chili sauce and simmer until slightly thickened.
* Step 12
When the pork has finished cooking, remove from the smoker, and allow to rest for 15-20 minutes.
* Step 13
After resting, remove the bone and shred the pork with two forks, then ad sauce and mix thoroughly.
* Step 14
To assemble the sandwiches, lightly toast the bread or buns.
* Step 16
Layer ingredients on the bread: English cucumbers, pulled pork, pickled daikon & carrots, cilantro sprigs.
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