Lori's Saigon Pork Baguettes Recipe

Name: Lori's Saigon Pork Baguettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloin; 1 shallot (minced); 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 3 tablespoons nuoc nam; 2 tablespoons Asian chili sauce; 3 tablespoons basil olive oil; 2 shallots (sliced thin); 1 baguette (split lengthwise); ½ cup pork pate; 2 carrots (peeled, shredded); 1 cucumber (peeled, seeded, sliced thin); 1 Thai peppers (seeded, minced); 2 tablespoons cilantro (minced)

Servings: persons

1 lb pork tenderloin
1 shallot (minced)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons nuoc nam
2 tablespoons Asian chili sauce
3 tablespoons basil olive oil
2 shallots (sliced thin)
1 baguette (split lengthwise)
½ cup pork pate
2 carrots (peeled, shredded)
1 cucumber (peeled, seeded, sliced thin)
1 Thai peppers (seeded, minced)
2 tablespoons cilantro (minced)

1
Heat oven 375.
2
Rinse and dry pork.
3
Combine the shallots, lime juice, sugar, nuoc nam and chili sauce.
4
Rub half all over pork.
5
Reserve rest.
6
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in an iron skillet.
7
Sear pork all over.
8
Cover.
9
Roast 20 minutes.
10
Remove from oven.
11
Let cool 2 hours.
12
Pour juices into reserved mix.
13
Set aside.
14
Slice pork thin.
15
Set aside.
16
Heat remaining oil in skillet.
17
Add shallots.
18
Saute 3 minutes.
19
Let cool.
20
Toast baguette.
21
Spread with pate.
22
Top with shallots, pork, carrots, cucumcer and pepper.
23
Drizzle with half of the sauce.
24
Top with cilantro.
25
Serve with extra sauce for dipping at table.
26
WOW!

496

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pork tenderloin, 1 shallot (minced), 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Lori's Saigon Pork Baguettes falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Lori's Saigon Pork Baguettes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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