Easy Banh Mi Burgers Recipe (2024)

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These Easy Banh Mi Burgers are a fresh Vietnamese twist on an American classic. A juicy, savory BUBBA burger is topped with pickled carrot and daikon and fresh cucumbers, cilantro, and jalapenos, then slathered in spicy mayo. Just like your favorite Vietnamese sandwich, only super quick and easy to make at home!

Easy Banh Mi Burgers

In this Easy Banh Mi Burger recipe, an American classic gets a Vietnamese flavor twist that will leave you drooling. This banh mi hybrid is at the perfect intersection of summertime grilling and fresh, crisp, and simple.

I'm very excited to partner with BUBBA burger to bring you another fun burger recipe this month. A unique combination of savory, salty, tangy, chewy, creamy, spicy, and crispy, all in one bite that will absolutely make you fall in love with this simple burger version you can make at home.

My Easy Banh Mi Burgers start with juicy 100% beef chuck BUBBA burgers that are topped with classic elements such as pickled carrots and daikon and fresh cucumbers, cilantro, and jalapenos, then slathered in sriracha mayo.

They're easy to whip up at home whenever a banh mi craving strikes. And after you try these, you'll be craving them all the time! They're also great if you're looking for some cooler, fresher options than your classic all-American-type burger.

What's on a Banh Mi (Burger)?

Since this is my interpretation of a banh mi in burger form, this recipe takes classic elements and flavors from a traditional banh mi to incorporate in a simple burger recipe. Here's what I'm using.

The Meat: In this easy burger version, the meat is a simple, juicy, tender 100% beef chuck BUBBA burger. I chose the Original BUBBA burgers for these, just for simplicity. You could also use Angus Beef, Turkey, or even a Veggie burger for this recipe (which BUBBA burger makes all of these varieties if you didn't know!). These are super easy and fast to cook straight from frozen, which makes them ideal for keeping this recipe short and sweet, as well as just having in your freezer for quick and easy meals anytime you need it.

The Slaw: Shredded carrots and daikon radishes are quickly pickled in rice vinegar and sugar for a simple, tangy, sweet slaw. If you haven't seen one, a daikon radish looks kind of like a really big white carrot. You can find it in most large grocery stores. And I want to warn you that it does stink when you shred it, but I promise you, it won't taste like it smells, especially after you pickle it with the carrots.

The Fresh Toppings: These toppings include cucumber slices for some fresh, cool crispness, cilantro for more depth of flavor, and jalapeno slices for some spice. If you're not big on spicy, be sure to remove the seeds from the jalapenos, or just omit them altogether, as the sauce has some spice to it as well.

The Sauce: Consisting of just four easy ingredients, you'll want to go ahead and smother your burger (and maybe every burger from now on) in this creamy, spicy mayo.

The Bun: A traditional banh mi comes on a hefty roll to hold up all those ingredients. So I decided to use French baguette dinner rolls for the bun. If you can't find rolls that are big enough to hold those nice big burgers, you can grab a full-size baguette or two, and cut them down to the size you need.

Why No Cheese?

I'm a huge cheese fanatic, for most purposes. However, most Asian cuisine does not include cheese, and banh mi sandwiches are no exception. Cheese is truly not necessary on this burger as there's so many other bright, rich flavors going on, including the creaminess from the spicy mayo. Trust me, just this once, it won't be missed 😉.

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Easy Banh Mi Burgers

These Easy Banh Mi Burgers are a fresh Vietnamese twist on an American classic. A juicy, savory BUBBA burger is topped with pickled carrot and daikon and fresh cucumbers, cilantro, and jalapenos, then slathered in spicy mayo. Just like your favorite Vietnamese sandwich, only super quick and easy to make at home!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Vietnamese

Keyword: Banh Mi Burgers, Easy Banh Mi Burgers

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Chill Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 servings

Calories:

Author: Michelle

Ingredients

  • 6 BUBBA burgers
  • 6 French dinner rolls OR 1 large baguette cut into about 3-inch pieces

Pickled Relish

  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shredded daikon radish
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup sugar

Spicy Mayo

  • ½ cup mayo
  • 2-3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce

Toppings

  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • ½ cup cucumber slices
  • ¼ cup jalapeno slices

Instructions

For the Pickled Relish

  • Place carrots and radish in a medium heat-proof (glass or metal) mixing bowl. Toss to combine. Set aside.

  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine water, rice vinegar, and sugar. Bring to a boil.

  • Remove vinegar mixture from heat once boiling, and pour over carrot mixture. Stir to combine.

  • Cover and chill for at least 15 minutes or up to 3 days.

For the Spicy Mayo

  • Combine all sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

For the BUBBA burgers

  • Preheat grill to medium heat.

  • Place burgers on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes, until juices rise to the top of the burger.

  • Flip burger, and finish cooking, until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Remove from heat and set aside to assemble burger.

To Assemble

  • Cut rolls or baguettes in half. Smear both sides of the roll or baguette with spicy mayo. Place a BUBBA burger on the bottom half. Top with pickled carrots and daikon, cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro, and the top bun.

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FAQs

What is banh mi sauce made of? ›

Spicy mayo – A banh mi essential! This sauce, made from mayo, sriracha, lime juice, and sesame oil, adds delicious richness and heat to this fresh sandwich.

What kind of bread is used in Banh Mi? ›

In Vietnamese cuisine, bánh mì or banh mi (/ˈbɑːn miː/, /ˈbæn/; Vietnamese: [ɓǎjŋ̟ mì], 'bread') is a short baguette with thin, crisp crust and a soft, airy texture.

What is Banh Mi Pate made of? ›

Paté Paté is common in all Bánh Mì, and for good reason. The creamy and savoury spread adds a unique flavour to the sandwich that can't be found anywhere else. Commonly made from pig's liver and a mixture of meat, vegetables and spices, paté keeps the Bánh Mì from getting too dry.

How to make hamburger patties Bobby Flay? ›

Directions. Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each). Form each portion loosely into a 3/4-inch-thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb. Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.

What is the yellow stuff in Banh Mi? ›

Mayonnaise: Use real mayo. Traditional Vietnamese sandwiches have more of a yellow aioli style mayo used from dark chicken yolks but Hellman's original mayo or salted butter are also great substitutes.

What's the difference between Vietnamese mayonnaise and regular mayonnaise? ›

Unlike American mayonnaise, which uses whole eggs and white vinegar, the Vietnamese version uses only yolks, much like Japan's famous Kewpie mayonnaise. Though both have similar base ingredients, Kewpie uses rice or apple cider vinegar, while Vietnamese-style mayo doesn't often include vinegar at all.

What is the closest bread to banh mi? ›

These are the ingredients you'll need to make this bánh mì recipe: Bread: Don't overthink this as one community member says. Look for light, lofty bread. A French-style baguette works but so does a Mexican bolillo or hoagie-style roll.

What makes a good banh mi? ›

Look for a non-fancy bread with a cottony, soft crumb. Baguettes from a supermarket, torta or cubano rolls, or even kaiser rolls are good substitutes. 2. Fresh Chiles – Banh mi sandwiches need a spicy element, so use thinly sliced medium-hot chiles like jalapeños or Fresno chiles.

What makes banh mi so good? ›

Banh Mi is definitely at the top of the taste pyramid. The sandwich combines a vast variety of tasty flavours to create an exceptional balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. It also has a delightful combination of textures. The bread has a satisfyingly crunchy crust and a tender and delicate centre.

What can I use instead of pate for Banh Mi? ›

The answer is a mushroom pâté

When dried, mushrooms pack a much more intense flavor that will match the funky, earthy banh mi bite you remember from the days before going vegan. For even more umami flavor, throw in a dash of vegan fish sauce and MSG, along with aromatics like shallots and garlic.

What cold cuts are used in Banh Mi? ›

Grilled/roast pork slices – The best Vietnamese Sandwich places use pork belly for flavour and richness. Any pork roast cold cuts work just fine here – I just get it from my local deli – or thinly sliced leftover Pork Roast!

What does banh mean in Vietnamese? ›

In Vietnamese, the term bánh (Hanoi: [ɓaʲŋ̟˧˥] or Saigon: [ɓan˧˥], Chữ Nôm: 餅) translates loosely as "cake" or "bread", but refers to a wide variety of prepared foods that can easily be eaten by hands or chopsticks.

What to season burgers with? ›

Beef burgers need nothing more than a sprinkle of salt, preferably kosher salt, to cook up juicy and delicious. Some black pepper is also welcome, and there's no reason not to branch out with any number of hamburger-friendly seasonings: herbs, spices, onions and more.

What ingredient makes burgers stick together? ›

Add 1 egg yolk per pound of hamburger. It won't add appreciably to the fat content and will bind the meat beautifully. The other thing you can do is add canned, drained, crushed black beans or chickpeas to the hamburger. The starch from the beans will bind the meat together and add an interesting taste.

How do you make Rachael Ray burgers? ›

Place ground meats in a bowl and add a 2 to 3 cloves of grated garlic, grill seasoning fennel seed, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, Worcestershire sauce. Mix the burgers and form 4 patties. Make patties thinner in the center - burgers bulge as they cook. Cook burgers 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Why does Banh Mi taste so good? ›

Banh Mi is definitely at the top of the taste pyramid. The sandwich combines a vast variety of tasty flavours to create an exceptional balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. It also has a delightful combination of textures. The bread has a satisfyingly crunchy crust and a tender and delicate centre.

What sauce to eat with banh tet? ›

Usual way is to eat Bánh tét with pickled fish sauce veggies or with the sauce of Vietnamese caramelized pork (thit kho) trust me I love it the usual way too. Something about it being crispy hits.

What does Hanoi sauce taste like? ›

By combining with sugar, water, rice vinegar, garlic, chili, fresh lime or kumquat, the dipping sauce, though still salty, has a lighter taste than its original fish sauce. Its flavor is commonly sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.

What is the pink stuff on Banh Mi? ›

Xa Xiu is the sweet, pinkish colored pork that is usually found in authentic Vietnamese Banh Mi. The cuts of pork can usually be pork shoulder, pork belly, pork chops, and pork butt.

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