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Bánh Mì Thịt Nguội cold cut sandwich served with fresh vegetables and cilantro.
Cold cut Bánh Mì sandwich served in a crispy baguette

Vietnamese Cold Cut Sandwich (Bánh Mì Thịt Nguội)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
Bánh Mì perfectly fuses a French colonial past (baguette, pâté, mayo) with Vietnamese zest (cilantro, pickled veggies, chili). The secret lies in the balance: rich meats and creamy pâté need the crunch of pickled carrots and the bite of vinegar to cut through the fat.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 550 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Vietnamese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Oven (to warm the baguette)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Quick Pickle: Mix the vinegar and sugar with a pinch of salt until dissolved. Toss in the julienned carrots. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Tip: Pickling softens the carrot fibers while retaining their crunch.
2 ✓

Warm the baguettes in the oven for a few minutes until the crust is extra crispy and the inside is warm.

Tip: Warm bread enhances the aroma of the pâté.
3 ✓

Slice the baguette. Spread mayonnaise on one side and pâté on the other.

Tip: The fatty spreads (mayo/pâté) act as a barrier, preventing the bread from getting soggy from the vegetables.
4 ✓

Layer: Ham slices, cucumber, drained pickled carrots, cilantro, and chili. Finish with a drizzle of soy sauce.

Tip: The soy sauce brings the umami that ties the meat and vegetables together.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use a regular baguette?
Yes, but authentic Vietnamese baguettes often include rice flour, making the crust thinner and crispier and the interior airier. If using a standard French baguette, scoop out some of the soft interior to make room for the filling.

Ingredients

  • 4 whole Short Baguettes
  • 7 oz Vietnamese Ham (Chả Lụa) or high-quality Ham
  • 3.5 oz Liver Pâté
  • 1 whole Carrot (julienned)
  • 1 whole English Cucumber (sliced into strips)
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (Maggi seasoning is authentic)
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 whole Chili Pepper (optional)