Loaded Banh Mi Fries
A delicious fusion of crispy fries topped with savory pork, pickled veggies, and vibrant flavors inspired by the classic Vietnamese Banh Mi.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese Fusion
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- French Fries (frozen or homemade)
- Ground Pork (or Chicken)
- Shredded Carrots
- Daikon Radish (or cucumbers)
- Rice Vinegar
- Sugar
- Salt
- Cilantro
- Sliced Jalapeños
- Mayonnaise (spicy or sriracha)
- Hoisin Sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Your Fries: Bake or fry the fries according to package instructions or bake homemade fries at 425°F (220°C) for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Pork: Sauté ground pork in a skillet with seasonings for 6-8 minutes until browned.
- Pickle Your Veggies: Combine rice vinegar, water, salt, and sugar in a bowl, then toss in carrots and daikon; let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Layer It Up: Assemble the fries with pork, pickled veggies, jalapeños, cilantro, and drizzle with mayo and hoisin sauce.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different toppings or ingredients for a unique twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Banh Mi, Loaded Fries, Vietnamese, Comfort Food, Appetizer