Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 30 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    695 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Vietnamese

Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi

This homemade Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi recipe will rival any sandwich you’ve had at a Vietnamese restaurant, and it’s easy to make!

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Ingredients

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For the carrot & daikon salad:

  • 2 medium carrots (julienned)
  • 1 cup daikon radish (julienned)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

For the chicken & marinade:

  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 shallots (peeled)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 stalks fresh lemongrass (cut into pieces)
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

To assemble the sandwiches:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 baguette (cut into 4 equal pieces, each cut in half)
  • 1 Jalapeño (de-seeded and thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup cilantro
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Instructions

  1. Start by preparing the carrot and daikon. Add the julienned carrots and daikon to a large bowl and toss in the sugar, salt, vinegar and sesame oil. Set aside for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  2. Then prepare the chicken. In the bowl of a food processor, add 2 tablespoons oil, the fish sauce, oyster sauce, pepper flakes, sugar, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, and lime zest. Process until smooth. Add to a bowl, along with the chicken, and toss to coat the chicken in the marinade. Cover, transfer to the fridge, and marinate for 1-4 hours.
  3. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Set aside on a plate. 
  4. To assemble the sandwiches, combine the mayonnaise, Sriracha, and lime juice.
  5. Open up each piece of bread, and spread the sriracha mayonnaise on each side. Fill with the pickled carrots and daikon. Slice the cooked chicken, and add it to the sandwiches, along with sliced jalapeños and cilantro. Serve!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 695kcal (35%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 36g (55%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 167mg (56%) Sodium 1166mg (49%) Potassium 925mg (26%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 5520IU (110%) Vitamin C 30.2mg (34%) Calcium 117mg (12%) Iron 4.5mg (25%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 695 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 695kcal 35%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 36g 55%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 167mg 56%
Sodium 1166mg 49%
Potassium 925mg 20%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 5520IU 110%
Vitamin C 30.2mg 34%
Calcium 117mg 12%
Iron 4.5mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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