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Banh Mi Rice Bowl

Vibrant Banh Mi Rice Bowl: A Quick, Flavorful Meal Delight

Enjoy a delicious Banh Mi Rice Bowl, a quick meal packed with savory and spicy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Pickling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Substitute with ground chicken or turkey for a leaner dish.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Replace with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Ensure gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can be swapped for coconut sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
For the Pickled Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced into thin strips.
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Roughly chopped.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • small bowl
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Add shredded carrots and toss well to coat. Let sit for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add ground pork. Cook until nearly done, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, sauté for 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar, cooking until caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise with Sriracha to taste. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  4. While the pork cooks, slice cucumber and chop cilantro. Optionally, slice jalapeños for added spice.
  5. Divide cooked jasmine rice into serving bowls, top with ground pork, pickled carrots, cucumber, and cilantro. Drizzle with spicy mayo and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, use day-old rice. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking pork for better browning.

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