Looking to spice up your lunch routine with a flavorful and satisfying meal? Look no further than the Vietnamese Ground Pork Sandwich! This delicious sandwich combines the bold flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with the convenience of an easy-to-make meal. Packed with savory ground pork, fresh herbs, crunchy pickled vegetables, and creamy mayo, this sandwich is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.
**Ingredients:**
– 1 pound ground pork
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
– 4 crusty French baguettes
– 1 cup pickled daikon and carrot slices
– 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– Sriracha (optional, for extra heat)
– Butter or oil for toasting the bread
**Instructions:**
1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and chili garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Cut the baguettes lengthwise without completely splitting them in half. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each side of the bread.
5. Divide the cooked ground pork mixture among the baguettes, spreading it evenly over the bottom half. Top with pickled daikon and carrot slices, cucumber slices, and fresh cilantro leaves.
6. If desired, drizzle a bit of Sriracha over the fillings for an extra kick of spice.
7. Close the sandwiches and press them gently to compact the ingredients.
8. Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and add a little butter or oil. Toast the sandwiches in the skillet until the bread is crispy and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Vietnamese Ground Pork Sandwiches are best enjoyed warm, either fresh off the skillet or at room temperature. Feel free to customize the fillings to suit your preferences; you can add jalapeños for extra heat or swap out the cilantro for mint leaves for a fresh twist.
This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner option that is sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you’re a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or simply looking to try something new, this sandwich will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Vietnam with every bite.
