Irresistible Banh Mi Sandwich Recipe with Leftover Turkey
Transform your leftover turkey into a vibrant and flavorful banh mi sandwich with tangy pickled veggies, creamy spicy mayo, and fresh herbs. Perfect for reinventing holiday leftovers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced daikon radish (or regular radish as an alternative)
- 1 cup sliced cucumber (seeded for less water content)
- 1 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 baguette rolls (or small French baguettes, lightly toasted)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded or sliced
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
- Sliced cucumbers (from pickled veggies)
- Pickled carrots and radish
Instructions
- Prepare the pickled vegetables: In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Place the shredded carrots, sliced daikon radish, and cucumbers in a mixing bowl. Pour the vinegar mixture over the veggies, ensuring they’re fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Toast the bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the baguette rolls in half lengthwise and place them on a baking sheet. Toast for about 5 minutes, or until warm and slightly crispy.
- Make the spicy mayo: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Assemble the banh mi sandwiches: Spread a generous layer of spicy mayo on each half of the toasted baguettes. Layer shredded turkey on the bottom half of each roll.
- Top the turkey with pickled carrots, radish, and cucumbers. Add fresh cilantro leaves and jalapeño slices (if using) for an extra kick.
- Place the top half of the baguette over the fillings, pressing gently to secure everything. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Toast the bread lightly to keep it crisp on the outside but soft inside.’, ‘Pickled veggies are essential for authentic flavor; store-bought pickled veggies can be used as a shortcut.’, ‘Adjust the spice level in the mayo and jalapeños based on your preference.’, ‘Layer strategically to keep the sandwich intact while eating.’, ‘Experiment with bread types like ciabatta or hoagie rolls if baguettes are unavailable.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 20
Keywords: banh mi, leftover turkey, Vietnamese sandwich, pickled vegetables, spicy mayo, holiday leftovers