Add the daikon and carrot to a mixing bowl along with the 1tsp salt and 2tsp sugar
massage thoroughly and consistently for 3 minutes. A puddle will form at the bottom of the bowl. Rince the vegetable in a sieve under cold water, then press it hard to squeeze out any other liquid
Transfer the vegetables to a mason jar
Combine the vinegar and 1/2 cup sugar in a measuring up, whisk til the sugar is fully dissolved, then pour into the jar until the vegetables are fully covered. Cap and refrigerate for at least an hour
The Chicken
Combine everything in a large mixing bowl and massage to fully coat the chicken. Cover with plastic wrap and marinade at least 1 hour
Add vegetable oil or another high smoke point oil to a pan and heat to medium-high until the oil is shimmering. Add the chicken and marinade to the pan and stir fry for 2 minutes
Remove the chicken from the pan and slice into 1/4" strips, return to the pant and stir fry til done. Roughly 4-6 minutes.
The Sandwich
Halve the buns. Optionally dry them out a little in a 350F for about 5 minutes. Your jaw muscles will thank you
spread pate on the heal of each bun, top with chicken, then cilantro, slaw, jalapeno, cucumber. Spread mayonnaise on the top of the bun and sprinkle with maggi.
Slice in half and serve!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
BBQ Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich
Amount per Serving
Calories
853
% Daily Value*
Fat
43
g
66
%
Saturated Fat
10
g
63
%
Cholesterol
162
mg
54
%
Sodium
2000
mg
87
%
Potassium
865
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
79
g
26
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
37
g
41
%
Protein
34
g
68
%
Vitamin A
6531
IU
131
%
Vitamin C
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
111
mg
11
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.