Fried Shrimp Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) Recipe

Name: Fried Shrimp Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cups Flour; 1/2 teaspoons (scant) Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/2 cups Mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons Agave Nectar; 1 teaspoon Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (optional, For Heat); 2 cups Canola Oil; 1 pound Small (60/80 Count) Peeled And Deveined Shrimp; 4 whole Sub Rolls; 1/2 cups Pickled Carrots And Daikon (see My TastyKitchen Recipe Box); 1/2 whole Small Cucumber, Cut Into 4 Thin Wedges; 12 sprigs Cliantro

Servings: persons

⅓ cups Flour
1/2 teaspoons (scant) Salt
1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/2 cups Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Agave Nectar
1 teaspoon Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (optional, For Heat)
2 cups Canola Oil
1 pound Small (60/80 Count) Peeled And Deveined Shrimp
4 whole Sub Rolls
1/2 cups Pickled Carrots And Daikon (see My TastyKitchen Recipe Box)
1/2 whole Small Cucumber, Cut Into 4 Thin Wedges
12 sprigs Cliantro

1
In a bowl, blend flour, salt, ginger powder, and garlic powder.
2
Set aside.
3
In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, agave nectar, and Sriracha (optional).
4
Blend well.
5
Set aside.
6
Add oil to a medium-sized heavy-bottom pan and preheat it to 360 F. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
7
Place shrimp in a medium bowl.
8
Add flour mixture and thoroughly coat shrimp.
9
Scoop up half of the shrimp using a fine mesh strainer or a large slotted spoon.
10
Shake off excess flour.
11
Place shrimp in the hot oil and fry for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until shrimp is opaque throughout.
12
Stir shrimp a couple of times during cooking to ensure even cooking.
13
Remove shrimp from the oil using a kitchen spider or spatula and place on paper towels to drain oil.
14
Repeat cooking the remaining shrimp.
15
Toast sub rolls for a minute or two to crisp up the crust.
16
Split open one side using a serrated knife.
17
To assemble sandwiches: spread on a little mound of mayonnaise mixture, add some shrimp, add pickled carrots and daikon, followed by one cucumber wedge, then add 4 cilantro sprigs.
18
Repeat assembling the remaining sandwiches.

1429

kcal

Calories

143

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cups Flour, 1/2 teaspoons (scant) Salt, 1/2 teaspoons Ground Ginger, 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder, and more.

Yes, Fried Shrimp Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fried Shrimp Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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