Vietnamese
Vietnamese - Banh Mi and Sandwiches
Tamarind Banh Mi Sandwich
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 beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- • 3 tbsp tamarind pulp, soaked in 60ml warm water
- • 3 cloves garlic, minced
- • 1 red chili, sliced
- • 2 tbsp fish sauce
- • 1 tbsp sugar
- • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- • 1 baguette, split and toasted
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Slice the beef thinly and soak the tamarind pulp in warm water, then strain out the seeds.
2
Phase 2
Heat the oil in a wok and fry the garlic and chili until fragrant.
3
Phase 3
Add the beef and stir-fry over high heat until just browned.
4
Phase 4
Add the tamarind liquid, fish sauce, and sugar, and toss until the beef is coated in a sticky sweet-sour glaze.
5
Phase 5
Fill the toasted baguette with the tamarind-glazed beef, pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, and coriander, and serve.