Bánh Mì Bò Viên

Bánh Mì Bò Viên is a delicious Vietnamese breakfast sandwich featuring flavorful beef meatballs nestled in a crispy baguette, complemented by fresh herbs and pickled vegetables. This Halal dish offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes, perfect for starting your day.

Ingredients

• French baguette - 2 pieces
• Ground beef - 200 grams
• Breadcrumbs - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Green onions - 20 grams, sliced
• Lettuce - 2 leaves
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1/2, julienned
• Daikon radish - 1/2, julienned
• Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Chili sauce - to taste
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, fish sauce, black pepper, sugar, cilantro, and green onions. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 2-3 cm in diameter.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and cook the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until they are browned and cooked through.
4. While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the pickled vegetables. In a bowl, mix the julienned carrot and daikon radish with vinegar and let sit for about 10 minutes.
5. Slice the baguettes open lengthwise, leaving one side hinged. Lightly toast them if desired.
6. Spread a thin layer of soy sauce on the inside of each baguette, then add a layer of lettuce, followed by the cooked meatballs.
7. Top with the pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, and drizzle with chili sauce to taste.
8. Close the baguette and serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Contains fresh vegetables, providing vitamins and minerals essential for overall health.

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