Bánh Mì

Bánh Mì is a delightful Vietnamese sandwich that combines the crunch of a fresh baguette with the savory flavors of kosher ingredients. This unique breakfast dish offers a satisfying blend of textures and tastes, perfect for starting your day with a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

• Baguette - 1 large (about 200g)
• Kosher chicken breast - 150g, cooked and shredded
• Kosher mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Pickled carrots - 50g
• Pickled daikon - 50g
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - a handful
• Jalapeño - 1, sliced (optional)
• Soy sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Prepare the pickled carrots and daikon by mixing equal parts of vinegar, sugar, and water, and letting them sit for at least 15 minutes.
2. Cook the kosher chicken breast by boiling or grilling it until fully cooked, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
3. Mix the shredded chicken with soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. Slice the baguette in half lengthwise, leaving one side attached to create a hinge.
5. Spread kosher mayonnaise generously on both sides of the baguette.
6. Layer the shredded chicken evenly on the bottom half of the baguette.
7. Add pickled carrots, pickled daikon, cucumber slices, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using) on top of the chicken.
8. Close the baguette, slice it in half, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from kosher chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Includes fresh vegetables, providing vitamins and antioxidants.

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