Bahn Mi Sandwich with Pickled Vegetables and Spicy Mayo

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A Vietnamese sandwich layering savory pork, crunchy pickled carrots and daikon, fresh herbs, and a spicy mayonnaise on a crisp baguette. This vietnamese-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 30 minutes pairs about 12 inches baguette, thinly sliced and cooked pork shoulder, medium, julienned carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Vietnamese cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare pickled vegetables by combining 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 2 tbsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt in a bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves. Add 1 medium julienned carrot and 1/2 cup julienned daikon radish. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Mix 3 tbsp mayonnaise with 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce in a small bowl to make spicy mayo.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder seasoned with 1 tsp soy sauce and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Slice 1 baguette lengthwise without cutting through completely, toast lightly if desired.
  5. Step 5: Spread spicy mayo evenly on both sides of the baguette. Layer cooked pork, pickled vegetables (drained), thinly sliced 1/2 cucumber, fresh 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, and 1 small thinly sliced jalapeño inside the baguette.
  6. Step 6: Press sandwich gently, cut into 2 or 3 portions, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bahn Mi Sandwich with Pickled Vegetables and Spicy Mayo take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bahn Mi Sandwich with Pickled Vegetables and Spicy Mayo?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep about 12 inches baguette from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bahn Mi Sandwich with Pickled Vegetables and Spicy Mayo?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bahn Mi Sandwich with Pickled Vegetables and Spicy Mayo for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bahn Mi Sandwich with Pickled Vegetables and Spicy Mayo?

Vietnamese sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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