Leftover Turkey Banh Mi
Say goodbye to dry turkey sandwiches and hello to this flavorful remix! This recipe takes your leftover turkey to new heights with fresh and vibrant Vietnamese flavors. The tangy pickled vegetables, spicy yogurt sauce, and crispy baguette create harmonious bites that will transport your taste buds. This recipe is perfect for those who want to elevate their leftover turkey game and try something new this holiday season.
Equipment
- Air tight jar or container for pickling
- Vegetable peeler
Ingredients
Ingredients for Pickling:
- 1/3 cucumber peeled into ribbons
- 1/3 carrot peeled into ribbons
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white or rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Ingredients for Lime Jalapeno Yogurt Spread:
- 1 teaspoon Umami
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey optional depending on level of spice desired
- 1 tablespoon jalapenos diced
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 pinch ginger powder
- 1 pinch garlic powder
- Sriracha to your liking optional
Ingredients for the Sandwich:
- 1 Vietnamese French Baguette or Baguette of your choice
- 4 oz. leftover Thanksgiving Turkey see notes below for vegetarian options
- Pickled vegetables
- Yogurt spread
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
Instructions
Instructions for Pickling:
- Mix the water, sugar and salt until combined.
- Add the peeled vegetables, seal tight, and refrigerate.
- Allow at least 6 hours for pickling in the refrigerator, or even overnight if possible.
Instructions for Spread:
- Mix all ingredients together until combined and set aside.
Instructions for Assembly:
- Slice the french baguette long ways.
- Spread the yogurt sauce on both sides.
- Layer the turkey, pickled veggies and cilantro and you're ready for your first bite!
Notes
Notes & Tips:
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute the turkey for crispy extra firm tofu
- For a more authentic experience, use a Vietnamese baguette known for its crispy crust and airy interior. If you can't find a Vietnamese baguette, a regular crusty baguette will suffice.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sriracha sauce in the yogurt sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
- Add other pickled vegetables, such as daikon radish or thinly sliced onion, for more flavor and texture variations.
- If you don't have jalapeños, you can substitute with other chili peppers, such as Thai chilies or serranos.