Bánh Mì Bánh Tằm

Bánh Mì Bánh Tằm is a delightful vegetarian Vietnamese burger featuring a soft rice noodle patty, fresh herbs, and a tangy sauce, offering a unique twist on traditional flavors. This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with vibrant ingredients that celebrate Vietnamese cuisine.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 100 grams
• Firm tofu - 200 grams, crumbled
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 20 grams, chopped
• Lettuce leaves - 4, for serving
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Chili sauce - 1 tablespoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Baguette - 2 small, crusty

Steps

1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, grated carrot, cooked rice noodles, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, minced garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Form the mixture into two patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil if necessary.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the baguettes by slicing them open lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
5. Once the patties are ready, place one patty in each baguette. Top with sliced cucumber, additional fresh herbs, and lettuce leaves.
6. Drizzle with chili sauce if desired and serve immediately, enjoying the fresh flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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