Asian Vegetarian Banh Mi Salad Recipe | ChefDeHome.com (2024)

A delicious, healthy and gluten free take on Asian Classic - Bánh mì. This salad is loaded with fresh crunchy vegetables, lite and gluten free Buckwheat Soba Noodle with Sweet and Spicy Chili-Garlic Dressing! I call it: an Asian Bánh mì experience in a delightful summer salad bowl!

I'm telling you, this salad will change the way you look at traditionalBánh mì sandwich!

By the way, before we dig deeper into this salad. Let me ask you, how was your long weekend?! Had good time? Stayed at home, partied, made good food??

Me??? I did nothing..... honestly, took a GOOD LONG break from blog, watched TV, made good food..... and, and, and, ...... I think... nothing else. :) As much as I missed blogging and socializing, I loved sometime away from work..... Good for a change! Isn't it?

For those who are new to word, Bánh mì. It is a Vietnamese term for all kinds of breads. And "one thing" my Banh Mi Salad does not have is "the bread". Oh boy! What was I thinking!!

A Bánh mì sandwich, which you often order in Asian (Vietnamese) Eateries, is a meat and vegetables filled crusty bread sandwich dressed often in delicious chili-garlic dressing. This bowl of salad offers all those scrumptious flavors in a gluten-free vegetarian salad.

Vegetarian Bánh mìis clearly..... a humble attempt to provide a 'Bánh mì sandwich' experience to all my vegetarian, and gluten free friends! I mean... really... when these days, smoothies can be a healthier version of "Apple Pie" or 'Strawberry Shortcake', why can't we have a healthy version of classic favorites?

Plus it is so fit to enjoy 'Summers in a Salad Bowl'!

One key ingredients in this Noodle Salad is "Buckwheat Soba Noodles". I had delicious introduction to buckwheat noodles, last year, in an Asian Eatery in San Francisco. Since then, I never stopped using'em in salads, even soups and stews!

Buckwheat Soba Noodles are gluten free, lite in taste, ready in just 4-5 minutes, and have amazing texture! they just have enough bite to call dish a Pasta dish, yet much much liter than regular wheat or semolina pasta. Even though I'm not gluten free, these noodles has made me (even more) fan of buckwheat.

If you have never tried it, I highly recommend trying some. You will be glad to include it in your diet. (and this is not a paid advertisem*nt). AND I'm giving you this delicious recipe to try it!

Another delicious component in this salad is: Chili-Garlic Dressing!

Garlic, soy sauce, chili paste, and vinegar..... few of basic Asian ingredients make magical and killer delicious salad dressing. Not just pasta or salads, I even use leftover Chili Garlic Dressing in marinades!

It is Gluten Free and can also be made Vegan. To keep the salad complete gluten free, I have used "gluten free" Tamari Soy Sauce. You can find it in Asian or International Products Isle of most Food Stores. If you are not looking for complete gluten free salad, feel free to use regular soy sauce. Just start with less and then adjust per taste.

Only non-vegan ingredient in this salad is "Sambal Chili Paste". Use a vegan chili garlic paste or 1/4 tsp of fresh Thai chili flakes instead for a "vegan" salad.

Friends, all of you who never tasted famous "Banh Mi" just because it only sold as "sandwich" and you don't like carbs or can't eat gluten. Or if your local Vietnamese Eatery does not sell a "vegetarian" Banh Mi ...... your wait is over!! This salad will make you taste, your kind of Banh Mi, in comfort of your own home! How good does that sound?

Even if you love Meat Banh Mi Sandwich and have no problem with gluten...... I'm sure beautiful colors of this salad, with lite soba noodles and sweet 'n' spicy garlic dressing is perfect for summers!

Let's sum up merits of this delicious salads:

1. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Salad will fly from Kitchen to Dinner Table!
2. This hearty salad is loaded with veggies and flavors to beat any Pasta Dinner your family can't live without!
3. Salad is vegetarian, and can be made vegan.
4. Defying it's own name, Banh Mi salad is gluten free and thereby much low in carbs than classic Banh Mi Sandwiches.
5. Make Ahead! To pack for lunch or for dinner party, you can prep all components of this salad a day advance. Make dressing, cut veggies and refrigerate. Cook noodles, assemble and serve!
6. And Did I say, it tastes delicious? ;)

Trust me friends, this salad is delicious colors of summer in a "bowl"! A must try!!

Enjoy and have a great day!

Asian Vegetarian Banh Mi Salad Recipe | ChefDeHome.com (2024)

FAQs

What is banh mi sauce made of? ›

Make the sauce: In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, hoisin sauce and sriracha and season with salt and pepper. Set aside, or make ahead and refrigerate.

What does Banh Mi taste like? ›

It tastes like a rich ham sandwich with a hit of Asian freshness. It's a sensation of flavours and textures that's generated a cult following all around the world. The most sought after Banh Mi vendors have lengthy queues from early morning – both here and in Vietnam!

Is Banh Mi served hot or cold? ›

the perfect make ahead: banh mi can be served hot or cold that's why they are great to make ahead. with the correct bread these things can hold assembled an entire day that's why the crust on the bread is important it keeps it from getting soggy. SIMILAR INGREDIENTS TO: SPICY BEEF AND BRUSSEL SPROUT SLAW SANDWICH.

What is the yellow stuff in banh mi? ›

Butter/mayonnaise.

It's mixed with oil and egg yolks, so it becomes a creamy yellow dressing. (Many banh mi recipes call for mayonnaise, which is an egg-based dressing). Vu describes the butter as one of the two essential ingredients to banh mi.

What is the difference between Vietnamese mayonnaise and regular mayonnaise? ›

Unlike American mayonnaise, which uses whole eggs and white vinegar, the Vietnamese version uses only yolks, much like Japan's famous Kewpie mayonnaise. Though both have similar base ingredients, Kewpie uses rice or apple cider vinegar, while Vietnamese-style mayo doesn't often include vinegar at all.

What is traditionally served with Banh Mi? ›

Accompanying vegetables typically include fresh cucumber slices, cilantro (leaves of the coriander plant) and pickled carrots and white radishes in shredded form (đồ chua). Common condiments include spicy chili sauce, sliced chilis, Maggi seasoning sauce, and mayonnaise.

What makes Banh Mi so good? ›

Banh Mi is definitely at the top of the taste pyramid. The sandwich combines a vast variety of tasty flavours to create an exceptional balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. It also has a delightful combination of textures. The bread has a satisfyingly crunchy crust and a tender and delicate centre.

What is the most popular type of Banh Mi? ›

' The original pork, pâté, and pickles sandwich is known as a bánh mì thịt ngoui, 'bread, meat and cold cuts. ' Or as it's also sometimes known, bánh mì đặc biệt, — 'the special. ' The most popular bánh mì at most local shops is usually the lemongrass-marinated grilled pork version.

What side dish goes with banh mi? ›

What's Good With A Banh Mi Sandwich? Here's Your List Of Sides!
  • Meat. • 1 Air fryer potato chips. • 1 Bacon cabbage stir fry.
  • Produce. • 1 Napa cabbage. • 1 Popeye's cajun french fries. ...
  • Canned Goods. • 1 Tomato soup. • 1 Vegetable soup. ...
  • Frozen. • 1 Spring rolls, Fresh. ...
  • Deli. • 1 Macaroni salad. ...
  • Other. • Do Chua.

Is it safe to eat banh mi in Vietnam? ›

If you see them wash the bowls or plates in tap water and they are still wet when putting your food in it, maybe this isn't the street stall for you. For this very reason, “banh mi” (Vietnamese sandwich) is one the safest street stall foods you can eat because there are no vessels or utensils involved!

What is banh mi Pate made of? ›

Paté Paté is common in all Bánh Mì, and for good reason. The creamy and savoury spread adds a unique flavour to the sandwich that can't be found anywhere else. Commonly made from pig's liver and a mixture of meat, vegetables and spices, paté keeps the Bánh Mì from getting too dry.

What is a replacement for hoisin sauce? ›

Ready-made hoisin sauce alternatives
  • soy sauce.
  • tamari, which is suitable for gluten-free diets.
  • oyster sauce.
  • chili sauce.
  • barbecue sauce.
  • sweet and sour sauce.
  • teriyaki sauce.
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What sauce to eat with banh tet? ›

Usual way is to eat Bánh tét with pickled fish sauce veggies or with the sauce of Vietnamese caramelized pork (thit kho) trust me I love it the usual way too. Something about it being crispy hits.

What does Hanoi sauce taste like? ›

By combining with sugar, water, rice vinegar, garlic, chili, fresh lime or kumquat, the dipping sauce, though still salty, has a lighter taste than its original fish sauce. Its flavor is commonly sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.

What is inside hoisin sauce? ›

Though regional variations exist, most modern hoisin sauce recipes contain some combination of the following ingredients: fermented soybeans, five-spice powder, garlic, red chili peppers, and sugar. "Hoisin" comes from the Cantonese word for seafood, though it's not commonly associated with seafood dishes.

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