Seafood Banh Mi Recipe: A Flavorful Fusion of Sea Delights

Experience a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic Vietnamese sandwich with our Seafood Banh Mi. This delightful main dish combines succulent shrimp with a rich krill pâté, pickled carrots, and fresh herbs, all nestled in a crispy French baguette.

The homemade pâté, made from krill, breadcrumbs, and garlic, adds a creamy and savory layer to the sandwich. The pickled carrots, infused with red wine vinegar and sambal chili sauce, provide a tangy and spicy crunch. Fresh cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro, and mint add freshness and complexity, making each bite an explosion of flavors.

Perfectly seasoned and sautéed shrimp complete this delicious sandwich, offering a satisfying seafood experience in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this Banh Mi is an impressive and delicious option for lunch or dinner. Enjoy the harmonious blend of textures and flavors in this modern take on a Vietnamese favorite.

Category: Main dish
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Servings: 2 Banh Mi, 8 oz. Pate
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35 minutes
Calories: 568 kcal per serving

Ingredients

• Banh Mi Bread (French Baguette)
• ½ Jalapeno, sliced
• ½ Cucumber, peeled and sliced
• Mayonnaise
• ½ tablespoon Cilantro
• ½ tablespoon Mint
• ½ lb Shrimps, peeled and deveined
• ½ tablespoon Salt
• ½ tablespoon Pepper

Pate

1 cups Krill
½ cup Water
½ cup Breadcrumbs, fine
½ teaspoon Sugar
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Garlic Cloves

Pickled carrots

½ cup Red Wine Vinegar
1 tablespoon Sugar
½ teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons Sambal Chili Sauce
½ cup Carrots, shredded

Directions

1. To make pate, combine water with krill, garlic and breadcrumbs in blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Season with salt, sugar, and black peppers.
4. Add to a cooking tray and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
5. Make pickled carrots by bringing red wine vinegar to a boil.
6. Add in salt, sugar, and sambal until dissolved and remove from the heat.
7. Add in carrots and cover to sit for 10 minutes, minimum.
8. Season shrimp generously with salt and pepper and cook them in a hot saute pan for 4 minutes on both sides.
9. To build sandwich spread one side with pate (1 tablespoon).
10. Spread another side with mayonnaise (1 tablespoon).
11. Add in shrimp top with jalapeno, cucumbers, green onions, pickled carrots and mint.