A vibrant and chic Sandwich decked with pinkish, plump shrimp peeking out from a crispy, golden-brown baguette. The open side showcases layers of fresh greens, bright pickled veggies and a tantalizing drizzle of creamy, orangey dressing.

Autumn Shrimp Bánh Mì Brunch

Name: Autumn Shrimp Bánh Mì Brunch
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: Fresh shrimp, 500 grams peeled and deveined; Autumn herbs (parsley, chervil, tarragon), A handful finely chopped; French baguette, 4 mini ones or 2 full sized cut in half; Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup; Garlic, 2 cloves finely chopped; Cucumber, 1 medium thinly sliced; Carrots, 1 medium julienne; Radishes, 3-4 finely sliced; White wine vinegar, 1/4 cup; Sugar, 1 tablespoon; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; Vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons

Category Brunch

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 5 minutes

Style Vietnamese

Technique Pan frying

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: September 30, 2023

Embrace the fusion of fall flavors with traditional Vietnamese cuisine with this delectable shrimp brunch recipe. Star ingredients include fresh shrimp and seasonal herbs, all wrapped up in a delightfully crispy baguette.

Ingredients (for 4)

Fresh shrimp - 500 grams - peeled and deveined
Autumn herbs (parsley, chervil, tarragon) - A handful - finely chopped
French baguette - 4 mini ones or 2 full sized - cut in half
Mayonnaise - 1/2 cup
Garlic - 2 cloves - finely chopped
Cucumber - 1 medium - thinly sliced
Carrots - 1 medium - julienne
Radishes - 3-4 - finely sliced
White wine vinegar - 1/4 cup
Sugar - 1 tablespoon
Salt - to taste
Black pepper - to taste
Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍤🌿🧂

Marinate the shrimp with half of the chopped autumn herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Leave it to set for 15 minutes.
Step 2 - 🥕🍬🥣

Toss the carrots and radishes with sugar and vinegar. Leave this mixture aside to pickle for 15 minutes.
Step 3 - 🍤🔥🍳

Heat vegetable oil in a pan on medium-high heat. Cook the marinated shrimp until they are crisp and golden, approximately 2 minutes each side. Set aside when done.
Step 4 - 🥖🌿🧈

Mix the remaining herbs with the mayonnaise. Spread this mixture on the open side of the baguettes.
Step 5 - 🥒🥖🥕

Place a layer of thinly sliced cucumber on the baguette, followed by the pickled carrots and radishes.
Step 6 - 🍤🥖🥪

Place the cooked shrimp on top of the vegetables. Finally, close off with the other half of the baguette.

Additional

Bánh mì is actually a term for bread in Vietnamese. The bread is introduced by the French during the colonial period. My twist? Turning it into a hearty, elegant brunch. To make it kid-friendly, substitute the shrimp with crispy chicken or tofu. Enjoy this fresh take on a classic!