Chicken Banh Mi Recipe
Blackened chicken thigh, pickled carrot, cilantro, basil, fresh jalapeño, lemongrass aioli on ciabatta. Served with a side of kettle-chips
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Pickled Vegetables
Lemongrass Aioli
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Season and Cook Chicken
Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil and blackening seasoning. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and blackened. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest.
Pickling Vegetables
- 2
Make Pickled Carrots and Cucumber
Julienne the carrot and cucumber. In a bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Add the julienned vegetables and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare Lemongrass Aioli
- 3
Mix Aioli
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, finely chopped lemongrass, and lime juice until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assemble Sandwich
- 4
