Singapore is a multicultural country, home to many cuisines from around the world. Among them, Vietnamese cuisine also has an important position, with many attractive dishes loved by Singaporeans and tourists. One of the most famous Vietnamese dishes in Singapore is pork banh mi. How is Vietnamese pork baguette in Singapore different from pork banh mi in Vietnam? How to enjoy Vietnamese pork sandwiches in Singapore? Let’s find out through the article below.

Pork banh mi is the most popular among Vietnamese youth

Vietnamese baguette is a famous street food, loved by many local people of all ages. Among them, pork banh mi is one of the most popular types of bread, especially with young people.

There are many reasons why pork sandwiches are loved by young people. Firstly, pork sandwiches are relatively cheap and suitable for students’ budgets. Second, pork sandwiches have a delicious, rich flavor, suitable for many people’s tastes. Third, pork sandwiches can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere, and very convenient.

Pork banh mi is usually made from baguette, grilled pork, pate, cucumber, laksa leaves, and soy sauce. Grilled pork is the main ingredient of the sandwich, thoroughly marinated, and grilled evenly, with the natural sweetness of the meat and the aroma of the spices. Pate is a traditional filling for Vietnamese bread, with a greasy and delicious taste. Cucumber and Vietnamese coriander help create a refreshing flavor for the bread.

Pork banh mi can be enjoyed in many places, from roadside vendors to luxury banh mi shops. Young people often buy pork sandwiches for breakfast, lunch, or snacks.

How to make Vietnamese BBQ pork banh mi

Ingredients

• Baguette: 1 pc
• Lean pork shoulder: 500g
• Purple onion, garlic, lemongrass, chili, lingonberry: 100g
• Fish sauce, sugar, seasoning, pepper: 50ml
• Cucumber, Vietnamese coriander, soy sauce: 50g
• Tools: Pan, spoon, knife, cutting board

Instructions

Step 1: Process materials

• Wash pork belly and slice thinly to taste.
• Peel and chop purple onion and garlic.
• Wash cucumbers and slice thinly.
• Remove rotten leaves from coriander, wash, and chop finely.

Step 2: Marinate the meat

• Put the pork in a bowl, add shallots, minced garlic, fish sauce, sugar, seasoning powder, ground pepper, and turmeric powder.
• Mix well so the meat absorbs the seasoning.
• Marinate the meat for about 30 minutes.

Step 3: Grilled meat

• Turn on the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
• Put the pork in the baking tray and bake for about 20 minutes.
• During the grilling process, turn the meat over so it cooks evenly.
• When the meat is golden brown, remove it from the oven.

By this step, you can start making sauce by putting soy sauce, chili sauce, and mayonnaise in a bowl and stir well.

Step 4: Bread processing

• Cut the baguette in half.
• Add grilled meat, cucumber, and laksa leaves to the bread.
• Drizzle sauce on top.
• Enjoy while still hot.

Vietnamese BBQ pork banh mi is Baguette&Coffee’s best-seller

Grilled meat sandwiches are a traditional Vietnamese dish, made from simple ingredients but with a rich, delicious flavor. This is also the best-selling dish at Baguette & Coffee, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign diners.

• Grilled meat is made from fresh pork, carefully marinated with typical Vietnamese spices, creating a rich, delicious flavor. The bread used is baguette, grilled to a crispy, hot texture.
• Grilled meat is grilled on a charcoal stove, helping to retain moisture and delicious flavor. The bread is spread with a layer of greasy mayonnaise, then grilled meat, cucumber, and herbs are placed on top. All rolled up into a pretty, beautiful baguette.

What are you waiting for, have a look at Baguette & Coffee’s menu to enjoy this delicious and attractive Vietnamese pork baguette!