Why You’ll Love This Recipe 

• Easy, Fast and Scrumptious - This recipe has simple steps, requires minimal equipment and little active cooking time.

• Totally Customizable - Spice it up, add more crunch, chuck in your favorite vegetables. This sandwich bends to your cravings. 

• Leftover Dreams - Leftover pulled Meaty Meat, spicy mayo, and pickled vegetables will become MVPs in your future meals. 

Key Ingredients for Vegan Bahn Mi 

• Meaty Meat Pork-ish gets shredded and soaked in sticky, smoky and tangy sauce that transforms it into a crispy, caramelized goodness in the oven.
  
  

• Crunchy Quick Pickled Vegetables like carrots and daikon radish add a classic bahn-mi crunch and gentle acidity that balances out the boldness of vegan meat and spicy mayo.
  
  

• Vegan Mayonnaise helps to cool down the heat from chili and adds satisfying richness.
  
  

• BBQ Sauce brings in the sweetness and smoky aroma, pairing perfectly with umami-layered vegan meat, refreshing pickles and aromatic coriander.
  
  

• Lime adds just the right amount of tang, zest and tropical vibes. 

Equipment You’ll Need 

• Cutting board
  
  
• Sharp knife 
  
  
• Measuring spoons and cups
   
• Measuring jug
  
  
• Kitchen scale 
  
  
• Mandoline for thinly slicing vegetables 
  
  
• Forks for shredding vegan meat
  
  
• Mixing bowls for whisking spicy mayo, marinating shredded vegan meat, and quick pickling vegetables
  
  
• Saucepan for heating pickling mixture 
  
  
• Baking tray lined with parchment paper for cooking vegan meat
  
  
• Oven (alternatively stovetop and non-stick pan) 
  
  
• Non-stick pan, panini pan or oven for toasting bread (optional)
   
  

How To Prepare Vegan Bahn Mi 

1. Prepare Quick-Pickled Vegetables 

Peel and thinly slice or chop vegetables into matchsticks. 

Combine rice vinegar, water, sugar and salt in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil. Pour hot pickling vinegar over vegetables and let them marinate while you prepare the rest. Once they cool down to room temperature, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use. 

2. Prepare Vegan Meat 

Preheat the oven to 400°F / 200°C.

Shred Meaty Meat Pork-ish using your hands or two forks. Make the sauce by mixing together BBQ sauce, lime juice, lime zest and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over shredded vegan pork and mix well to coat. You can let it marinate for a few minutes. 

Spread Meaty Meat into a single layer on a parchment lined baking tray and bake for 18-20 minutes, until browned and caramelised. For more even baking, stir the vegan meat a few times. 

3. Whip Up Spicy Mayo

Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, hot sauce, lime juice, lime zest, and salt. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.

4. Assemble Your Sandwich

Prepare your desired sandwich toppings. We went for fresh coriander, baby cucumbers and red chili. 

Slice the bread lengthwise without cutting all the way through, keeping on end intact. Toast the bread lightly on a pan, in the panini press or under the broiler. 

Smear both sides of the bread with a thick, velvety layer of spicy mayo, leaving no corner untouched. Mindfully layer pulled Meaty Meat, tangy pickled vegetables, refreshing cucumber, aromatic coriander, and spicy chili. Let this be a spiritual journey—each ingredient a step closer to culinary enlightenment, cleansing your soul one bite at a time. Crown it all with a lavish cascade of crispy fried onions.

Tips & Tricks

• Make It Your Own. Layer this refreshing sandwich with thinly sliced cabbage, spring onions, or slather on the side of bread with peanut butter.
   

• Spice It Up. Add more of your favorite hot sauce to take heat to the next level. 

• Bread Matters. We want a crusty exterior and soft center. 

• Leftovers = Gold. Use pickled vegetables to add freshness to your stir fry, use spicy mayo in your lunch sandwich, or entrap pulled Meaty Meat in a wrap. 

• Be Generous. Spread a thick layer of mayo, add a generous amount of pickled veg, and don’t skimp with Meaty Meat! Sprinkle it with all the toppings your hungry heart desires. We want a sandwich that barely fits in your mouth. 

FAQ

Can I make this sandwich gluten-free? 

Yes, swap soy sauce for tamari, use gluten-free bread and make sure to check your BBQ sauce is gluten-free certified. 

*NOTE: Juicy Marbles meats are not gluten-free certified, but we do not include gluten in any of our recipes.

Can I prepare pulled Meaty Meat in a pan instead of an oven?

Of course. Add shredded Meaty Meat into a non-stick pan with 1-2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable, canola, sunflower). Cook for 8-10 minutes (depending on the size of your pan this process might take longer), until crispy. Add sauce and mix well to coat. 

Can I prepare this ahead of time?

You can prepare pickled vegetables and spicy mayo, marinate Meaty Meat Porkish, prepare herbs and chop cucumbers ahead of time. When you are ready to eat, just cook vegan meat in the oven and assemble the sandwich. 

Can I use different vegetables for quick pickled vegetables?

Carrots, daikon radish, french radish, cucumbers, cabbage, bean sprouts, chili pepper, garlic, shallots, red onion and ginger. Try different combinations and find your favorite. 

What kind of bread is best for Bahn Mi? 

Traditional Bahn Mi uses a lighty, airy Vietnamese-style baguette with a crispy crust. Use a light, soft French baguette, or a Hoagie roll.