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Banh mi sandwich
A balance of savory, tangy, spicy, and fresh, with a crisp baguette contrasting the pickled vegetables and herbs.
Lens analyzedBanh mi is a Vietnamese sandwich served on a light, crisp baguette, typically filled with a protein like pork or pâté, pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, and chili. It's sold pre-made at delis and Vietnamese bakeries.
Where it comes from
Banh mi developed in Vietnam during the French colonial period, combining the French-introduced baguette with distinctly Vietnamese fillings and pickled vegetables, and it's since become a widely recognized sandwich in North American cities with Vietnamese communities.
Buying it
Ask about the specific protein filling, since banh mi varies from grilled pork to pâté to tofu versions, and check how fresh the baguette is, since banh mi is best eaten the same day it's made.
Storing it
Refrigerate a banh mi sandwich if not eating it right away and consume it within a day, since the baguette softens and the fresh vegetables lose their crunch over time.
Keeps about 1 day in the fridge.
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