2 Easy and Delicious Fried Banh Mi Recipes for Breakfast
Since its inception, fried banh mi has become a beloved dish for many. The combination of banh mi and various other appealing ingredients creates a powerfully attractive flavor and allure. Making this delicious dish at home isn’t difficult; let’s get started!
1. Mixed Fried Banh Mi
- Prep time:45 minutes
- Cook time:40 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Mixed Fried Banh Mi Serves 2
Banh mi bread 2 pieces Pork shoulder 200 g Sausage 2 pieces Tomatoes 5 pieces Eggs 1 egg Cheese 100 g Bean sprouts 100 g Sweet corn 100 g(kernels removed) Onion 1/2 an onion Shallot 2 shallots Garlic 2 cloves Char Siu sauce 3 tbsp Cooking oil 4 tbsp Cilantro a little Common seasonings a little(Seasoning/pepper/sugar) Chili sauce/ tomato sauce a little(to serve)
Utensils
Pan, knife, spatula, spoon, etc.
How to Choose Fresh Ingredients
How to choose fresh tomatoes
- To buy fresh tomatoes, choose those with smooth, firm skin, a bright red color, and green stems.
- Avoid tomatoes that are green or unevenly colored (partly green, partly red), as these are unripe and will not taste good when cooked.
- Avoid tomatoes with wrinkled skin or those that feel soft or mushy when gently pressed, as these are old or overripe.
How to choose good pork
- To choose fresh pork, select pieces that are bright red, have a light-colored surface, and are dry.
- Gently press the meat; it should feel slightly soft and spring back. It should have a characteristically pleasant aroma, not a foul or fishy smell.
- Avoid pork that is slimy, mushy, or has dark spots, as these are signs of spoilage.
How to Make Mixed Fried Banh Mi
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1. Make the Char Siu Pork
Wash the pork, cut it into medium-sized pieces, and marinate it with 3 tablespoons of char siu sauce. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
After 30 minutes, remove the pork and air fry it for 10 minutes at 160-180°C (320-355°F).
After 10 minutes, flip the pork and continue air frying for another 20 minutes at 120°C (248°F). Once cooked, cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.
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2. Make the Tomato Sauce
Wash the tomatoes. For easier peeling, score them in an “X” shape and blanch them briefly in boiling water before peeling. Peel and mince the garlic and shallots.
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan and sauté the minced shallots and garlic until fragrant. Add the tomatoes and mash them with a fork (or puree them beforehand to save time).
Add 2 teaspoons of seasoning, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper to the tomato sauce. Stir well and remove from heat.
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3. Assemble the Fried Banh Mi
Gently score the sausages. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a new pan and lightly fry the sausages for 3-5 minutes until slightly firm.
Remove the sausages and add 1/2 of the sliced onion to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds.
Push the onion to one side of the pan and add the sweet corn, some of the prepared char siu pork, cheese, bean sprouts, sausages, and a cracked egg.
Pour the tomato sauce over the top, cover the pan, and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
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4. Final Product
The delicious and visually appealing mixed fried banh mi is complete! Adjust the cooking time as needed to achieve your desired egg consistency.
Garnish with some cilantro and enjoy it with crusty banh mi bread. You’ll love this delicious and satisfying breakfast!
2. Braised Pork Rib Fried Banh Mi
- Prep time:15 minutes
- Cook time:50 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Braised Pork Rib Fried Banh Mi Serves 2
Banh mi bread 2 pieces Pork ribs 500 g Eggs 3 eggs Coconut water 200 ml Minced shallots 2 tbsp Minced garlic 2 tbsp Green onion 1 stalk Herbs a little(culantro/ Vietnamese cinnamon) Fish sauce 3 tsp Oyster sauce 3 tbsp Cooking oil 1 tbsp Common seasonings a little(sugar/salt/seasoning/pepper)
Utensils
Pan, knife, cutting board, spoon, chopsticks, etc.
How to Choose Fresh Pork Ribs
- Fresh pork ribs are light pink, spring back when pressed, and have no foul odor.
- Choose ribs with small, flat bones. These have more meat and less bone than larger, rounder ribs.
- For this dish, choose ribs with a balance of lean meat and fat for a tender, flavorful, and richer taste.
- Avoid ribs that smell foul, have pale or bluish meat, are slimy, and lack firmness when pressed.
How to Make Braised Pork Rib Fried Banh Mi
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1. Prepare the Pork Ribs
Rinse the pork ribs thoroughly with salt, scrubbing for 3-5 minutes to clean and remove odor. Rinse again with water and pat dry.
How to Clean Pork Ribs and Remove Odor
- Besides scrubbing with salt, you can blanch the ribs for 1 minute and discard the water.
- Add some ginger slices and a little rice wine to a new pot of water. Bring to a boil, add the ribs, and simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and rinse the ribs thoroughly.
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2. Marinate the Ribs
Place the ribs in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of minced shallots, 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, 2 teaspoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of seasoning, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 2 teaspoons of fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce. Mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.
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3. Braising the Ribs
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan. Add 2 teaspoons of sugar and cook until caramelized. Add the marinated ribs, stir well, and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly firm.
Add 200 ml of coconut water and 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce and braise over low heat for about 45 minutes.
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4. Finishing the Dish
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan and fry 3 eggs sunny-side up. Add some of the braised pork ribs and chopped herbs (culantro, green onion, cilantro).
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5. Final Product
Serve and enjoy your Braised Pork Rib Fried Banh Mi immediately. Tender and sweet pork ribs, rich and creamy eggs, and crispy banh mi – this is a super delicious and nutritious breakfast!
Here are 2 simple, delicious, and quick fried banh mi recipes from Điện máy XANH. We hope you successfully make this delicious dish and enjoy it with your family!
