Description
Korean BBQ Meatball Banh Mi is a mouthwatering fusion sandwich that combines juicy Korean BBQ meatballs with fresh pickled vegetables and a creamy lime mayo spread, all nestled in a crispy baguette. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dish promises bold flavors and delightful textures that will leave everyone wanting more. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a must-try for food lovers seeking an exciting culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup Korean BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 fresh baguette
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, and half of the Korean BBQ sauce until well combined.
- Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
- While baking, pickle carrots and cucumbers in equal parts vinegar and sugar for about 10 minutes.
- Mix mayonnaise with lime juice in a separate bowl.
- Slice baguette open and spread zesty mayo inside. Layer meatballs and top with pickled veggies before closing the sandwich.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean/Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg