Ingredients and Weight
- 8 large prawns (200 grams)
- 1 baguette (250 grams)
- 1 cup pickled carrots and daikon (150 grams)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced (50 grams)
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves (10 grams)
- 1/4 cup mint leaves (10 grams)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (30 grams)
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (30 grams)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (15 grams)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
5 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Peel and devein the prawns. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the prawns for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and grill for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine the Sriracha sauce, hoisin sauce, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the banh mi: spread the sauce on the grilled baguette, top with the pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, cilantro, mint, and grilled prawns.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Fresh and crunchy
- Spicy and tangy
User Comments:
- "Absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors and textures is perfect."
- "I love the freshness of the vegetables and the grilled prawns are cooked to perfection."
- "This dish is so easy to make and yet so satisfying."
- "The Sriracha sauce gives it a nice kick, but it's not too spicy."
- "I will definitely be making this again!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the prawns in a skillet over medium heat.
- You can adjust the amount of Sriracha sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve the banh mi immediately for the best flavor.
