Lemongrass Banh Mi Sandwich
Vietnamese Vietnamese - Banh Mi and Sandwiches

Lemongrass Banh Mi Sandwich

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 400g boneless chicken thighs, sliced
  • • 3 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
  • • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 2 shallots, minced
  • • 3 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 2 tbsp sugar
  • • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • • 1 baguette, split and toasted

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Slice the chicken thighs into strips and finely chop the lemongrass, garlic, and shallots.

2
Phase 2

Mix the chicken with the lemongrass, garlic, shallots, fish sauce, sugar, turmeric, and oil, and marinate for 30 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Grill or pan-fry the chicken until charred at the edges and cooked through.

4
Phase 4

Fill the toasted baguette with the lemongrass chicken and top with pickled daikon and carrots, cucumber, and coriander.

5
Phase 5

Squeeze lime over the filling and serve warm.