Chicken Banh Mi - traditional recipe

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 30 ml soy sauce
• 15 ml brown sugar
• 15 ml rice vinegar
• 1 fresh chili, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 400g chicken breast, cut into strips
• 15 ml vegetable oil
• 4 slices of baguette bread
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/4 red cabbage, cut into thin strips
• 5 ml fresh cilantro
• 5 ml fresh basil leaves
• Mayonnaise to taste

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, chili, and garlic. Add the chicken and let it marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
2. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Look for a nice sear and ensure the chicken is no longer pink inside.
3. Warm the baguette slices in the oven or toaster until they are soft and slightly toasted.
4. Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise on each slice of bread.
5. Layer the cucumber, tomato, and red cabbage slices on the bread for a refreshing crunch.
6. Add the cooked chicken and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and basil for a burst of aroma.
7. Close the sandwiches and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and textures.