Pan-Fried Pork and Mushroom Banh Mi Sandwich

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

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Savory pan-fried pork patties with earthy mushrooms layered in a crisp French baguette with pickled vegetables and fresh herbs. This Vietnamese-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 3, 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Vietnamese cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1 cup, finely chopped shiitake mushrooms
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp fish sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large, split lengthwise French baguette
1/2 cup pickled daikon radish
1/2 cup pickled carrot
1/2 cup fresh cucumber slices
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
2 tbsp mayonnaise

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 1 cup finely chopped shiitake mushrooms, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp sugar. Mix thoroughly and form into 6 equal patties about 3 inches in diameter.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, releasing savory aromas.
Step 3: Split the 1 large French baguette lengthwise but do not cut all the way through. Lightly toast the bread in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes until crisp.
Step 4: Spread 2 tbsp mayonnaise evenly on the inside of the toasted baguette. Layer the cooked pork patties inside, followed by 1/2 cup pickled daikon radish, 1/2 cup pickled carrot, 1/2 cup fresh cucumber slices, and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro.
Step 5: Close the sandwich, slice into portions, and serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of savory pork and tangy pickles.