Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi Recipe – Bánh Mì Gà – FOOD is Four Letter Word (2024)

November 16, 2020Van

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Prep time: 4 hours 5 minutes

Cook time: 21 minutes

Serves: 6

Bánh Mì is one of the most iconic dishes from Vietnam and it’s popularity has spread across the whole world. It represents the French influence in Vietnamese cuisine and continues to morph and transform even more in the U.S. Bánh Mì is typically filled with a flavorful protein, then stuffed with pickled daikons, carrots, cumbers, cilantro and chilis – the melding of the different flavors and textures is what makes this sandwich so amazing. Vietnamese Bánh Mì, which translates to “bread” is a airy baguette with a thin and crisp crust – it’s quite different from traditional French baguettes which is denser and has a much thicker crust. If you can’t get a hold of Vietnamese Baguettes, Bolillo Rolls orPão Francês make an excellent substitution. I’m sharing my personal favorite, Bánh Mì Gà Roti, the chicken is braised in a wonderful marinade – sweet, savory and complex in flavor – it’s really one of the best sandwiches you’ll ever have.

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Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi Recipe - Bánh Mì Gà

November 16, 2020Van

  • Prep time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Cook time: 21 minutes
  • Serves: 6

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Ingredients

Braised Chicken / Gà Roti

  • 2 Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • ¼ Teaspoon Five Spice Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey
  • 2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic
  • 1 Shallot, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil

Banh Mi Sandwich

  • 6 Vietnamese Baguettes, Bolillo Rolls or Pão Francês
  • Pickled Daikon and Carrots (recipe here)
  • ½ Cup Mayonnaise
  • Cucumbers, thinly sliced and cut lengthwise about 6 inches
  • Cilantro
  • Thinly sliced Jalapeños or Thai Chilis (optional)

Method

  • 1)

    In a large bowl, combine 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar, 1 Teaspoons Ground Black Pepper, ¼ Teaspoon Five Spice Powder, 1 Teaspoon Sesame Oil, 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce, 2 Tablespoons Fish Sauce, 2 Tablespoons Honey, 2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic, 1 minced Shallot – add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Make the Pickled Daikons and Carrots (recipe here).

  • 2)

    Heat a large skillet or dutch oven on high heat with 2 tablespoons of oil and let the pan get very hot. Sear the chicken for about 3 minutes, then flip and sear for another 3 minutes on high. Turn the heat to low so it’s simmering, pour in the excess marinade, cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes, open the lid, turn the heat to med-high and continue to cook for another 5 minutes or until the marinade reduces and caramelizes. The chicken should have a lovely caramelized color and most of the liquid should have evaporated. Cut the chicken thighs into slices.

  • 3)

    Combine ½ Cup Mayonnaise with the reduced marinade from the pan. Lightly toast the Baguette and cut lengthwise so it’s like a hotdog bun (don’t cut all the way through). Add a generous amount of the Mayonnaise and layer the Chicken, Pickled Daikons & Carrots, sliced Cucumbers, Sliced Jalapeños and Cilantro. Enjoy!

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5 Comments

  • Lynn

    March 5, 2021 at 1:29 pm

    I made this last night and it was very good. I pounded the chicken thighs to tenderize it though.

    Reply

  • J

    September 6, 2021 at 5:06 pm

    10/10 make it and you won’t regret it! Had it all week with salad

    Reply

  • Mary

    July 28, 2022 at 8:17 pm

    I’ve followed a few of your recipes now and they’ve all been a success! This one was absolutely delicious. The only thing was my chicken was still not fully cooked so I finished it in the airfryer. Thank you!

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    1. Van

      July 31, 2022 at 4:59 pm

      Glad you liked it Mary. Wow, you had to cook the chicken longer? Was it boneless thighs? Usually by the time you reduce the sauce, the chicken is already fully cooked.

      Reply

  • Khanh

    August 22, 2023 at 4:45 pm

    Thank you for this recipe, I tried it the other day and the taste was spot on. It was effortless to make and my children loved it.

    Reply

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FAQs

What is the Vietnamese word for banh mi? ›

Bánh Mì (pronounced BUN-mee) is the Vietnamese term for “bread”, but it also refers to a special kind of sandwich: a culinary fusion of two cultures and a prime example of how food is always tied with history… The story begins in the mid-19th century when Vietnam fell under French colonial rule.

What is the Vietnamese word for sandwich? ›

What is Banh Mi? Banh Mi is a Vietnamese sandwich that's made up of an odd sounding combination – crusty bread rolls smeared with pate, mayo, suspicious looking Asian ham, pickled vegetables, green onion, coriander/cilantro, a mighty wack of fresh chillies and drizzle of seasoning.

What is banh mi sauce made of? ›

Make the sauce: In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, hoisin sauce and sriracha and season with salt and pepper. Set aside, or make ahead and refrigerate.

What does bánh mean in Vietnamese? ›

Foods made from wheat flour or rice flour are generally called bánh, but the term may also refer to certain varieties of noodle and fish cake dishes, such as bánh canh and bánh hỏi.

What does pho mean in Vietnamese? ›

Pho is a type of Vietnamese soup that usually consists of bone broth, rice noodles, spices, and thinly sliced meat (usually beef). Though “pho” technically refers to the noodles and not the soup itself, most people consider the dish a singular unit.

What is noodles called in Vietnamese? ›

is the Vietnamese name for thin wheat noodles. These noodles are often mixed with egg yolk to add yellow colour, then are dried or cooked al dente in hot soups.

What is the Vietnamese word for hungry? ›

wanting or needing food etc. đói.

What does Banh Mi Chao mean? ›

Banh Mi Chao (Frying Pan)

Banh Mi Chao is bread served with a small pan of pate, eggs, and sausages that are still sizzling. Instead of the toppings being inside the bread, they are served separately. Serving choices come in quite a variety, as they pretty much consist of anything that tastes good fried.

What makes a good banh mi? ›

Banh Mi Sandwich Ingredients
  • Baguette – Look for soft baguette with a lightly crisp exterior. ...
  • Seared marinated tofu – The “meat” of this sandwich. ...
  • Pickled vegetables – These guys are key for giving a banh mi its signature sweet and tangy flavor. ...
  • Spicy mayo – A banh mi essential!

How do you say pho? ›

"Pho," which first appeared in print in English in 1935, was borrowed from a Vietnamese word which was spelled "phở." English speakers replaced the vowel with "o" but preserved the pronunciation as "fuh," rather than "foh." Another Vietnamese food word that was borrowed into English is "nuoc mam," which refers to a ...

What does banh mi Ba Le mean? ›

What makes a banh mi, a banh mi? Well, banh mi means bread, that's the literal translation. Inside the bread, you can have all different proteins, but the vegetables are always the same: pickled daikon and carrots, cilantro, cucumber and raw jalapeno peppers.

What is the yellow stuff in banh mi? ›

Butter/mayonnaise.

It's mixed with oil and egg yolks, so it becomes a creamy yellow dressing. (Many banh mi recipes call for mayonnaise, which is an egg-based dressing). Vu describes the butter as one of the two essential ingredients to banh mi.

What is the white stuff in banh mi? ›

Traditionally, the mayo used in Banh Mi is actually cut with butter to add that melty feel and nutty flavour. Fresh Herbs – Most often, it is sprigs of cilantro but other herbs are common as well.

What is banh mi Mayo made of? ›

This stuff has a perfect balance of fish sauce, lime, sugar, tanginess, and relish. Don't skimp out when it comes to buying fish sauce: The cheap ones might taste harsh, but the high-quality sauce will last.

What does Tet mean in Vietnamese food? ›

At Tet, a diverse array of dishes – from sticky rice cakes and spring rolls to boiled chicken – graces family food trays everywhere, symbolizing prosperity, luck, and familial unity.

What is the Cambodia version of banh mi? ›

Cambodian street vendors offer num pang, a sandwich that closely resembles Vietnamese banh mi. The simplest version is made using only pâté and a sprinkling of garnishes. We added pork marinated with spices and sesame, along with a hint of hot sauce.

What is Banh Beo in Vietnamese? ›

In modern Vietnamese culture, bánh bèo is slang for girls who are portrayed as overly feminine, weak-willed, and high maintenance (because of its soft, rubbery texture).

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