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    Instant Pot Banh Mi | Vietnamese Sandwich

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    Published: Apr 10, 2018 | Updated: Oct 7, 2022 | Author: Paint the Kitchen Red | 24 Comments

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    Instant Pot Banh Mi - Vietnamese Sandwich Pinterest - toasted sandwich with pork, carrots, daikon - Paint the Kitchen Red

    Banh Mi is a Vietnamese Pork Sandwich that has an explosion of flavors.  This Asian sandwich is assembled on a toasted French baguette with pork, pickled vegetables, pate, fresh herbs, and condiments.  Bring home the flavors of your favorite takeout Vietnamese sandwich using this easy banh mi pork recipe. [Instant Pot and Stovetop Instructions included!]

    Instant Pot Banh Mi sandwich portrait on black background, with meat, daikon, carrots and cilantro; cilantro and green onions sprinkled on surface

    Table of Contents


    1. INTRODUCTION
    2. TIPS
    3. INGREDIENTS
    4. INSTANT POT STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
    5. STOVETOP DIRECTIONS
    6. RECIPE CARD – PRINTABLE
    7. RELATED RECIPES AND GUIDES

    Introduction

    Bahn mi has really grown in popularity with the onset of the food truck phenomenon in the US.  I was introduced to banh mi when I visited a neighborhood Vietnamese sandwich shop and I was hooked from the first bite! It really is one of the most delicious sandwiches I’ve ever had.

    I used to refer to this recipe as bahn mi sandwich, but then I learned that I had it all wrong. My daughter’s best friend is Vietnamese and she told us that saying banh mi sandwich is like saying sandwich sandwich or maybe bread sandwich.  I had no idea!

    So what is a banh mi? Bahn mi is a sandwich that originated in Vietnam, following the introduction of French bread by the French colonists.  If you’re interested, find out more about the history of banh mi, particularly in the US.

    The best parts about this Instant Pot banh mi are the explosion of flavors (sweet, sour, spicy, salty, savory) and different textures (crispy, crunchy, chewy, airy).  Bahn mi is made from toasted baguette, pâté, mayonnaise, pickled daikon radish and carrots, sliced green chili peppers, cilantro leaves, Maggi sauce, and pork. 

    These ingredients contribute contrasting flavors and textures, that when put together, make for an awesome sandwich.

    This Vietnamese Instant Pot recipe is adapted from a pork banh mi recipe that I make on the stovetop or grill. I adapted it for the Instant Pot by using a different cut of meat, shredding the meat and increasing the spices. I also provide the stovetop/grilled original version of the Vietnamese sub recipe.

    Here are some other recipes you might enjoy:
    – Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma

    – Instant Pot Mexican Pork Carnitas
    – Instant Pot Thai Grilled Chicken
    – Instant Pot Asian Pulled Pork

    Tips and Substitutions


    Toppings

    There are different toppings you can add to the banh mi. Pickled daikon and carrot is a popular topping.

    Daikon is an Asian radish and is usually available at regular grocery stores, but you’ll definitely find it in an Asian grocery store. (Warning: it’s got a very strong smell, especially if you store the pickle in a bottle!) 

    If you can’t find it, omit it. But it’s yet another ingredient that when combined with all the others, really enhances the flavor. I’ve provided a recipe for pickled daikon radish and carrots – it’s really simple to make.

    Other toppings include: sliced cucumbers, sliced jalapenos, pâté, mayonnaise, and fried egg.


    Pâté

    Pâté (pronounced ‘pah-tay’)  is a meat spread that can be kind of expensive and/or may not be available to you.   If your pâté is not spreadable, slice it thinly.  If you don’t want to use pâté, substitute a slice of ham.  But you will be missing the rich flavor of the pâté.


    Bread / Baguette

    Try to find a light crusty baguette – avoid a dense, chewy bread.  If you have a Vietnamese bakery near you, all the better!  Bolillo rolls, Cubano rolls, or hoagie rolls also work.  And don’t skip toasting the bread; I find that the banh mi is so much more flavorful with a toasted baguette.


    Maggi Sauce

    Maggi sauce is a soy-based sauce that’s made with different recipes depending on the country it’s sold in.  You can find many of them on amazon.  It’s one of the ingredients in an authentic, traditional banh mi.  A few drops of Maggi sauce in the banh mi, when you’re assembling it, adds a lot of flavor. 

    You can find Maggi sauce in Latin or Asian grocery stores. I use the Latin version.  Read more about this sauce in Andrea Nguyen’s primer on Maggi sauce.

    If I don’t have any on hand, I use Golden Mountain Seasoning Sauce, which is a Thai sauce I use in noodle dishes.


    Banh Mi Pork Cuts

    If you’re making this recipe on the stovetop, you can use pork tenderloin and slice it thin. Additionally you can use a mallet to pound the pork thin.

    If you’re making this recipe in the Instant Pot, it’s best to use a fattier and tougher cut of meat because they cook superbly in the Instant Pot. I like to use pork shoulder.

    Boneless country-style ribs come from the same cut and also work well. Since they’re cut into smaller portions, you can reduce the pressure cook time to 30 minutes.


    Substitute Chicken

    If you don’t eat pork, substitute bone-in chicken thighs and pressure cook them for 14 minutes with a natural release (NPR). Remove the bones and proceed with the recipe. If using boneless chicken thighs, pressure cook for 11 minutes.


    Sriracha Mayonnaise

    Although you can use plain mayonnaise, kick it up a notch by using some Sriracha mayo.  I make my own this way:

    •  1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 1/2 tsp Sriracha sauce (or to taste)
    • 1 tsp lemon juice
    • 1/4 tsp minced garlic

    Burn Message

    This recipe was made in a 6 quart Instant Pot Ultra and I have had no sealing issues or burn errors.  If your Instant Pot is prone to getting the Burn Message, you can try and add 2 to 4 tablespoons of broth.

    [Read More: Instant Pot Burn Message]

    If you’re new to the Instant Pot and aren’t familiar with how to use it, you might find it helpful to first read one of the following guides and then come back here to learn how to make this recipe.

    • Instant Pot DUO Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot ULTRA Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO EVO PLUS Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO NOVA Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO GOURMET Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot DUO CRISP Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot PRO Beginner’s Manual
    • Instant Pot PRO CRISP Beginner’s Manual

    Instant Pot Banh Mi Ingredients

    Instant Pot Banh Mi Ingredient List - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Lime juice
    • Fish sauce
    • Garlic
    • Pork shoulder
    • Black pepper
    • Chinese five spice powder
    • Sugar
    Instant Pot Banh Mi Assembly Ingredients collage - baguette, pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, maggi sauce, cilantro, green chili, mayo, pate - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Baguette
    • Pickled carrot and daikon
    • Cucumber
    • Maggi sauce
    • Cilantro
    • Green chili
    • Mayonnaise
    • Pâté

    More details in the recipe card at the bottom of this post

    How to Make Banh Mi in the Instant Pot (Step by Step Instructions)

    1. Combine pork and sauce for banh mi
    2. Pressure cook.
    3. Release pressure.
    4. Saute the meat.
    5. Prepare the baguette.
    6. Layer the meat and toppings.

    Combine Pork and Sauce for Banh Mi

    Instant Pot Banh Mi Instructions 1 collage- stir together ingredients, pork in inner pot, pour marinade on top - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • In a small bowl, stir together lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, black pepper, Chinese five-spice powder, and sugar.
    • Place pork in inner pot, pour marinade over meat and turn to coat.

    Instant Pot Duo Pressure Cook 90 minutes

    Instant Pot Duo Manual mode 90 minutes collage - close lid, press manual, press + -, display says 90 - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Close the lid and make sure the steam release handle is in the Sealing position.
    • Press Manual (or Pressure Cook) and + or – until the display reads 90 (90 minutes).

    Instant Pot Ultra Pressure Cook 1 hour 30 minutes

    Instant Pot Ultra pressure cook 90 minutes collage - close Instant Pot Ultra, set time to 01:30 and select Pressure Cook, press start - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Close the lid.
    • Select Pressure Cook mode and adjust the time to 1 hour and 30 minutes (01:30).
    • Press Start.

    Pressure Cooking Process (Duo and Ultra)

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    Instant Pot Ultra pressure cooking collage - Ultra display shows On, float valve is up, display shows 00 00 - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Instant Pot display will change to On.
    • Once the Instant Pot is pressurized, the float valve will go up.
    • The display will count down to 0; it will then switch to Keep Warm mode and display L0:00  or 00 00 and begin to count up the number of minutes since pressure cooking completed.

    How to Naturally Release Pressure (NPR) on the DUO and ULTRA

    Instant Pot Duo natural release cancel and open collage - float valve is down, arrow pointing to Cancel, lid is open - Paint the Kitchen Red
    Instant Pot Ultra Natural Release Cancel and Open collage - arrow pointing to float valve down, press cancel button, lid is open and Instant Pot Ultra display shows Off - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Allow the pressure to release naturally (NPR).  The float valve will be in the down position.  This may take 15 to 30 minutes. [Find out more about the pressure release methods and how and when to use them. ]
    • Press Cancel and open the Instant Pot.

    Saute the Meat

    Instant Pot Banh Mi Instructions 2 collage - cooked pork in bowl, shredded, fried - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Transfer the pork from the Instant Pot to a large bowl.
    • Reserve the cooking liquid.
    • Shred the meat using a meat shredder or two forks, removing any visible fat.
    • Heat a large frying pan on the stovetop, add 1 Tbsp oil and allow to heat up.
    • Spread out two cups of meat in the pan and saute till nicely browned on one side. 
    • Add cooking liquid (1 to 2 teaspoons at a time) to moisten the meat and deglaze the pan, up to 2 tablespoons total.  (Taste as you go to make sure the meat doesn’t get too salty, since the liquid is being reduced and flavor is being concentrated.)

    Prepare the Baguette

    Instant Pot Banh Mi Instructions 3 collage - butter inside of baguette, toast on griddle, spread sriracha mayo on one side - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Cut a 6-inch piece of baguette in half lengthwise.
    • Spread butter on the inside of both halves.
    • Toast the bread on both sides on a griddle or in the oven.
    • Spread a generous quantity of Sriracha mayo or plain mayo on one half of the baguette.

    Layer the Meat and Toppings

    Instant Pot Banh Mi Instructions 4 collage - spread pate on second side, layer with meat, carrots and daikon, cilantro - Paint the Kitchen Red
    • Spread a generous quantity of pâté on the other half.
    • Layer pork, pickled daikon and carrots on the bottom half.
    • Drizzle a few drops of Maggi sauce, to taste.  I sometimes substitute Golden Mountain seasoning sauce, which is a fabulous Thai sauce that I use on noodles.
    • Layer cilantro and sliced jalapenos on top.
    • Top with the other half of the baguette and serve immediately.

    Stovetop Directions for Banh Mi


    To make this recipe on the stovetop:

    [Note: to make this recipe on the stovetop, I use 1.5 to 2 lbs pork tenderloin or pork chops. I don’t use pork shoulder because it requires a longer cook time since the meat is tougher. Cut the meat into thin slices and/or pound the pieces using a meat mallet to thin them out.]

    1. Marinate the pork in the sauce for 2 to 4 hours or overnight, if possible.
    2. Heat oil in a large nonstick frying pan or grill pan over high heat.
    3. Add the pork slices to the frying pan in an even layer, and let the meat sear on both sides till cooked through.
    4. Assemble the sandwich.

    See the recipe card below for detailed instructions.

    Instant Pot Banh Mi sandwich on black background, with meat, daikon, carrots and cilantro; cilantro and green onions sprinkled on surface - Paint the Kitchen Red

    Instant Pot Banh Mi | Vietnamese Sandwich

    Instant Pot Banh Mi is a Vietnamese Pork Sandwich that delivers an explosion of flavors.  This Asian sandwich is assembled on toasted French bread or baguette with pork, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.  Bring the flavors of your favorite banh mi food truck or takeout to your kitchen with this easy Instant Pot Vietnamese recipe.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 391
    Author: Paint the Kitchen Red

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Large Nonstick Frying Pan
    • Meat shredder
    • Small Bowl

    Ingredients
      

    Pork

    • 1 Tbsp lime juice
    • 1/4 cup fish sauce
    • 1 Tbsp garlic minced
    • 1 tsp black pepper powder ground
    • 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
    • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
    • 2.5 lbs boneless pork shoulder [NOTE: Use 1.5 to 2 lbs pork tenderloin for stovetop version]
    • 1 Tbsp  vegetable oil
    • ¼ cup chicken broth *

    Sandwich

    • French baguette 
    • butter
    • sriracha mayonnaise or plain mayonnaise
    • Pâté
    • Pickled julienned daikon and carrots
    • English cucumber thinly sliced (optional)
    • Maggi seasoning sauce
    • cilantro chopped
    • jalapeno pepper or serrano

    Instructions
     

    Instant Pot Instructions

    • In a large bowl, mix lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, black pepper, Chinese 5-spice powder, and sugar.
    • Place pork shoulder in Instant Pot and pour sauce over meat and turn to coat. Add broth to the Instant Pot, if using.
    • Close the lid and pressure cook for 60 minutes at High Pressure.
    • Allow the pressure to release naturally (NPR) and open the lid. [Read More: The Different Pressure Release Methods.]
    • Transfer the pork from the Instant Pot to a large bowl. (Reduce the cooking liquid if needed, by boiling it in Saute mode.)
    • Shred the meat using two forks or a meat shredder and remove any visible fat.
    • Heat a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat, on the stovetop. Add oil to the frying pan and let it heat up.
    • Spread two cups of meat in the pan and saute until browned and caramelized on one side.   Add cooking liquid (1 to 2 teaspoons at a time) to moisten the meat and deglaze the pan, up to 2 tablespoons total.  Let the liquid get incorporated into the meat. (Taste as you go to make sure the meat doesn't get too salty.)

    Stovetop-only Instructions

    • Slice the pork tenderloin into thin (1/4 inch) slices. Optionally, pound the meat with a meat mallet to thin out.
    • In a large bowl, mix lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, black pepper, Chinese 5-spice powder, and sugar. Marinate the pork in the banh mi sauce for 2 to 4 hours or overnight.
    • Heat a large nonstick frying pan or grill pan over high heat.
    • Add oil and let it heat up.  Remove the pork from the marinade.
    • Add the pork slices to the frying pan in an even layer,  and let the meat sear on both sides till cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.  Deglaze with a couple of tablespoons of the marinade if the meat starts to burn. To avoid overcrowding the meat, sear the meat in batches.

    Assemble the Sandwich

    • Cut a 6-inch piece of baguette in half lengthwise.
    • Spread butter on the inside of both halves.
    • Toast the bread on both sides on a griddle or in the oven on a tray.
    • Generously spread mayo on one half of the baguette.
    • Generously spread pâté on the other half.
    • Layer pork, pickled daikon and carrots, a few drops of Maggi sauce, cucumber slices (if using), cilantro, and sliced jalapenos on the bottom half.
    • Top with the other half of the baguette and serve the banh mi immediately.

    Notes

    • * NOTE: I don’t use broth and haven’t had issues with the Burn message. However, some recent Instant Pots are getting the Food Burn or Burn error message with this recipe.  So, you may need to add 1/4 cup of chicken broth (plus some additional fish sauce, lime juice, and spices to avoid dilution of flavor) if your Instant Pot is prone to getting these messages.
    • Prep time does not include steps that are already accounted for in the ingredient list, e.g. minced garlic, cut vegetables, etc.
    • Bread should not be hard and chewy, but light and airy
    • If you’re making a larger quantity of pork shoulder, cut it into 2 or 3 pieces
    • Nutrition information is for cooking pork shoulder in the Instant Pot, and does not include the 1/4 cup of chicken broth.
    • See the blog post for more detailed recipe tips.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 sandwich | Calories: 391 kcal | Carbohydrates: 46 g | Protein: 14 g | Fat: 18 g | Saturated Fat: 6 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10 g | Cholesterol: 22 mg | Sodium: 1660 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 10 g
    Course Main Dishes
    Cuisine Asian, Vietnamese
    Main Ingredient pork
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    Comments

    1. Sarah Abbott

      January 17, 2023 at 8:28 am

      I just bought a Duo Crisp based on your recommendation and I’m wondering if the crisping of the meat could be done in the duo crisp instead of on the stovetop?

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        January 18, 2023 at 9:34 am

        Hi Sarah, yes you can use the lid to crisp it up. The only issue is it possibly sticking to the bottom of the stainless inner pot. If you put the meat in the nonstick basket, it should be fine.

        Reply
    2. Lyn

      December 28, 2022 at 6:51 am

      5 stars
      Excellent for a crowd!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        December 28, 2022 at 10:41 am

        Thanks for the feedback, Lyn. I haven’t made it for a large group before!

        Reply
    3. Tiffanie

      February 02, 2022 at 6:46 pm

      5 stars
      Made this into a bowl and did some substitutions to make it keto and it’s one of our go-to recipes now. Soooo good. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        February 03, 2022 at 11:01 am

        Tiffanie, I’m so glad you make the recipe often. Great idea to make a rice bowl or noodle bowl.

        Reply
    4. Cj

      January 29, 2021 at 6:29 am

      Mine also burned the bottom and had 0 flavor. I’ll try adding some water with it.

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        January 29, 2021 at 10:40 am

        Thanks for your comment and sorry for your trouble. I’ll make a note in the recipe card that some people are experiencing the Burn message. I think Instant Pot designs keep changing and some are more prone to getting the error. I recommend broth instead of water, plus increase the quantity of fish sauce, lime juice and spices to avoid diluting the flavor.

        Reply
    5. Sinda

      November 20, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      5 stars
      The recipe was delicious, but I wanted to comment that for the first time in using my Instapot, I got the “burn” message. I ended up salvaging the meat, scraping the completely burnt sauce off the bottom of the pot, making the sauce again, and then adding a cup of water to the sauce so that it wouldn’t burn again. Not sure what I did wrong or if the little vent thing was malfunctioning, but if it wasn’t the pot, then the sauce might need just a little more fluid that the lime juice provides.
      Also thought it was funny that the recipe called for cucumbers, but then there was no instruction on what to do with them. Of course we added them to the sandwich which was divine!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        November 21, 2019 at 8:03 am

        Sinda, thanks for your comment and for pointing out the omission 🙂 I will make a note to correct it! I’m so glad you liked the recipe. Every Instant Pot is different, so maybe you just needed to add a wee bit more liquid. You don’t want a lot of liquid, so try with the least you can get away with – maybe even 2 Tbsp or 1/4 cup.

        Reply
    6. Caryn Hogan

      October 02, 2019 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      I am a long time Pinterest recipe-maker and this recipe is the first one for which I’ve been compelled to leave a review. YUM! I made this for a group of kids and adults (15 total people). EVERYONE devoured the meat and although I made an 8lb pork shoulder, there was only half a cup of meat leftover! Many people added a little bit of the sauce to their bahn mi that was left in the InstaPot. I could only find a bone in should so cut it into 4 pieces and tripled the seasoning recipe. I set it to 90 min and let it naturally release for 30 before shredding. The pickled daikon/carrot recipe paired really well too. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        October 02, 2019 at 11:59 am

        WOW! Thank you, Caryn, for the glowing review! I am so glad you liked the recipe – it’s one of my family’s favorites too 🙂

        Reply
    7. Jim

      February 14, 2019 at 12:45 pm

      5 stars
      My 7-year-old came into the kitchen after dinner for seconds and asked why I’m not a chef. I thought for sure this recipe would be too far out there for her, but apparently not because I’ve never received this kind of praise for my cooking before. I did substitute 1 part soy sauce 1 part Worcestershire for the Maggi sauce

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        February 16, 2019 at 10:10 am

        Jim, your comment was the best one I got all day, haha! Thank you so much for the feedback and I’m always happy to hear that the family loves a recipe 🙂

        Reply
    8. Jules

      August 25, 2018 at 9:23 am

      I don’t have any pork on hand…so I was thinking of trying to use chicken thighs. How long would you suggest cooking in the IP With this swap?

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        August 25, 2018 at 9:30 am

        Hi there Jules! Mmmm, I would say 4 minutes diced thighs, 9 minutes boneless thighs and 14 minutes bone-in thighs. Let me know how it turns out.

        Reply
    9. Michelle

      July 25, 2018 at 12:28 pm

      Hi Pam,

      The store only had a piece of pork shoulder that was 4.80 lbs. would you suggest doubling the marinade and how long should I cook it in the IP
      for? Can’t wait to try this recipe!
      Thanks! Michelle

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        July 25, 2018 at 12:54 pm

        Hi Michelle, I would cut the pork shoulder into 2 pieces, and then you should be able to keep the cook time the same. You can either double the marinade or do what another reader did: she added some broth to the marinade, so you could add 1/4 cup of broth. Hope you like it.

        Reply
    10. Kelly

      June 06, 2018 at 9:36 am

      5 stars
      This sandwich turned out so yummy!! Thank you for the wonderful recipe!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        June 07, 2018 at 12:50 am

        Thanks for your comment; I’m so glad you liked it, because it’s one of my family’s favorites too!

        Reply
    11. Pam

      April 15, 2018 at 6:51 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight and it got rave reviews! I did make one small change, I had pork loin in the freezer I decided to use vs the pork shoulder. I marinated overnight and then cooked in the IP using a cup of chicken broth and 1/4 cup of fish sauce. Cooked for the recommended 1 hour and NPR. I was afraid it would be dried out but it was moist and delicious! I even skipped the browning and it was still delicious! My family is already asking for me to make it again. Thanks for a great recipe!

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        April 15, 2018 at 7:33 pm

        That’s so awesome, Pam! It’s always special when I get my first comment on a post 🙂 ! I only post recipes I love, but I never know what people will think – will they like it as I do? Thank you for sharing your modifications, that will be useful to others.

        Reply
    12. Margarita

      April 12, 2018 at 3:20 pm

      Do you have a pate that you recommend for this?

      Reply
      • Paint the Kitchen Red

        April 12, 2018 at 3:57 pm

        Hi Margarita – I didn’t have much of a choice – my store carries the brand Trois Petit Cochons. I have tried the pork pate and duck mousse – they are both very good. But I think you can go with any brand that’s available. I know Trader Joe’s carries a couple of brands.

        Reply

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