The BEST Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi Recipe & Video - Seonkyoung Longest (2024)

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The BEST Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi Recipe & Video

Hi guys!

Today, I’m super excited to share one of my favorite recipes- Crispy Pork Belly and plus… Mini recipe of Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi! (Vietnamese Sandwich)

I had this Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi in Da Nang, Vietnam, and since then, I have kept dreaming about the best Banh Mi in my life… In Vietnam, there are so many different styles of Banh Mi. I was generally shocked that Banh Mi didn’t have pickled radishes, carrots, cucumber, etc. Now, my all-time favorite Banh Mi is this Crispy Pork Belly!!

Let’s talk about how to prepare the crispy pork belly first!

It’s time-consuming, but I promise you it is super duper easy!!

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Score the pork belly’s skin *only the skin* about 1/2 inch wide, 1/8 inch deep.

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Mix vinegar and salt together in a small mixing bowl until salt is completely dissolved.

Brush the vinegar and salt mixture on top of the pork belly skin.

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With no cover, let it dry in a refrigerator for at least 6 hours to 24 hours.

This is the most important process for the crispy skin, if the skin is not dried, it won’t bubble pop- means it will be just chewy skin, not crispy.

After the painful waiting time… Finally preheated oven to 400f.

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Place the prepared pork belly on the lowest rack of the oven and roast for 45 to 50 minutes. (depending on size of the pork)

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When pork belly is fully cooked, turn the broiler to high (about 500f to 550f) and broil for 10 to 15 minutes. Check the pork belly after 10 minutes, frequently.

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Cut the pork belly with the score line. You can serve the pork belly with rice and some dipping sauces of your favorite and veggie dishes to make a meal. Or make Banh Mi! (Vietnamese Sandwich)

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To make Banh Mi, cut a sandwich bread in half. Spread 1 tsp butter, mayo, a bit of dash of seasoning sauce, and chili sauce.

I highly highly recommend using my homemade chili sauce for the BEST result!

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Mix the pork belly with the herb mixture, fresh chili slices, pinch of salt, sugar and black pepper.

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Put the pork and herb mixture in between the prepared bread. Enjoy!

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The BEST Crispy Pork Belly & Sandwich

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  • Author: Seonkyoung Longest
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
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The BEST Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi Recipe & Video - Seonkyoung Longest (21)

Ingredients

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For the Crispy Pork Belly

  • 2 1/2 lb pork belly with skin on (about 1 lb per piece)
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar (Can’t be substitute with other vinegar)
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

For the Banh Mi

  • 2 of 6 inches long sandwich, baguette or banh mi bread
  • 2 tsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp mayonnaise (optional)
  • dashes of seasoning sauce (such as maggi or coconut aminos)
  • 1/2 Tbspchili sauce (highly highly recommend my chili sauce recipe for the best result!)
  • handful herbs – cilantro, Vietnamese mint and/or green onions
  • serano and/or thai chili slices
  • pinch of salt, sugar & black pepper

Instructions

  1. Score the pork belly’s skin *only the skin* about 1/2 inch wide, 1/8 inch deep. Mix vinegar and salt together in a small mixing bowl until salt is completely dissolved. Brush the vinegar and salt mixture on top of the pork belly skin.
    With no cover, let it dry in a refrigerator for at least 6 hours to 24 hours. This is the most important process for the crispy skin, if the skin is not dried, it won’t bubble pop- means it will be just chewy skin, not crispy.
  2. Preheated oven to 400f.
    Place the prepared pork belly on the lowest rack of the oven and roast for 45 to 50 minutes. (depending your size of the pork) When pork belly is fully cooked, then turn the broiler to high (about 500f to 550f) and broil for 10 to 15 minutes. Check the pork belly after 10 minutes, frequently.
  3. Cut the pork belly with the score line. You can serve the pork belly with rice and some dipping sauces of your favorite and veggie dishes to make a meal. Or make Banh Mi! (Vietnamese Sandwich)
  4. To make Banh Mi, cut a sandwich bread in half. Spread 1 tsp butter, mayo, a bit of dashes of seasoning sauce and chili sauce. Mix the pork belly with the herb mixture, fresh chili slices, pinch of salt, sugar and black pepper. Put the pork and herb mixture in between the prepared bread. Enjoy!
  • Cook Time: 1 hour

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FAQs

Is Banh Mi supposed to be crunchy? ›

You must toast your baguette.

The crunch is part of the full Banh Mi experience! Additionally, you don't want the inside of the sandwiches to get soggy.

What does banh mean in Vietnamese? ›

In Vietnamese, the term bánh (Hanoi: [ɓaʲŋ̟˧˥] or Saigon: [ɓan˧˥], Chữ Nôm: 餅) translates loosely as "cake" or "bread", but refers to a wide variety of prepared foods that can easily be eaten by hands or chopsticks.

What is the yellow thing in banh mi? ›

Mayonnaise: Use real mayo. Traditional Vietnamese sandwiches have more of a yellow aioli style mayo used from dark chicken yolks but Hellman's original mayo or salted butter are also great substitutes.

Are banh mi dry? ›

The eating culture of the banh mi

Best drink to pair with the banh mi: Since the sandwich is a bit dry, it's ideal to have a drink on its side. The banh mi is best combined with an iced black coffee or milk coffee (ca phe den da or ca phe sua da).

What's the difference between Banh Mi and baguette? ›

To the uninitiated, bánh mì is an airy, crunchy French-styled baguette stuffed with a combination of meats, vegetables and other condiments. While balancing different textures and temperatures, bánh mì also has a flavor profile that is off the charts: salty, sour, savory, sweet, and aromatic all at once!

What makes a good banh mi? ›

Banh Mi Sandwich Ingredients
  • Baguette – Look for soft baguette with a lightly crisp exterior. ...
  • Seared marinated tofu – The “meat” of this sandwich. ...
  • Pickled vegetables – These guys are key for giving a banh mi its signature sweet and tangy flavor. ...
  • Spicy mayo – A banh mi essential!

What is the difference between Banh Mi and baguette? ›

Despite this, the banh mi baguette has some notable differences from its French cousin. For one, a banh mi baguette is generally shorter than the French baguette, which is often two feet long if not greater.

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