Low Sodium Classic Pork Banh Mi
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Low Sodium Classic Pork Banh Mi, a healthier twist on the beloved Vietnamese sandwich. Tender pork slices are marinated in a savory blend of low sodium soy sauce, honey, garlic, and lime juice before being seared to perfection. A quick pickling of crisp julienned carrot and daikon radish adds a zesty crunch, while fresh cucumber, spicy jalapeño, and aromatic cilantro bring layers of freshness. Nestled inside a crusty baguette with a creamy smear of mayonnaise, this banh mi boasts bold taste without the excess salt. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this recipe balances authentic flavors with heart-conscious cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 medium carrot
- 0.5 medium daikon radish
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 large baguette
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.5 cucumber cucumber
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
Instructions
Thinly slice the pork tenderloin into 1/4 inch thick pieces.
In a large bowl, mix together the low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, minced garlic cloves, and black pepper. Add the sliced pork and allow it to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
While the pork marinates, julienne the carrot and daikon radish.
In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and water, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the carrot and daikon, letting them pickle for at least 15 minutes.
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove pork from the marinade and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Set aside.
Slice the baguette into four equal sections. Split each section open lengthwise.
Spread a layer of mayonnaise on the inside of each baguette slice.
Thinly slice the cucumber and jalapeño.
Drain the pickled carrot and daikon radish.
Assemble the Banh Mi by layering the cooked pork, pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, jalapeño slices, and a generous amount of fresh cilantro on the baguette.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium classic pork Banh Mi.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.5 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 339 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 4860 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 153.6 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3478 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
