Vietnamese-Style Turkey Subs Recipe

Name: Vietnamese-Style Turkey Subs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups finely shredded cabbage (see Notes); 1/2 cup finely shredded carrots; 1/2 cup rice vinegar, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/3 cup thickly sliced green onions (including tops); 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons chopped garlic; 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 4 cups shredded cooked turkey (mostly dark meat); 1 thick, light-textured baguette, cut into 4 sections, or 4 long rolls such as bolillos (see Notes); About 4 tsp. Asian chili paste; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

3 cups finely shredded cabbage (see Notes)
1/2 cup finely shredded carrots
1/2 cup rice vinegar, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup thickly sliced green onions (including tops)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
4 cups shredded cooked turkey (mostly dark meat)
1 thick, light-textured baguette, cut into 4 sections, or 4 long rolls such as bolillos (see Notes)
About 4 tsp. Asian chili paste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

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["In a bowl, mix cabbage and carrots with 1/4 cup rice vinegar, the salt, and sugar; let stand about 30 minutes.", "In a food processor or blender, combine remaining 1/4 cup rice vinegar with green onions, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and five-spice powder. Whirl until smooth. Pour mixture into a bowl. Add turkey and mix to coat.", "Split baguette sections or bolillos lengthwise almost all the way through, leaving halves attached at one side. Spread about 1 tsp. chili paste on 1 cut side of each. Mound turkey mixture on top, then add on cabbage mixture and cilantro leaves.", "Note: Nutritional analysis is per sandwich.", "The bagged shredded green cabbage sold as ""angel hair"" works well for this slaw. Vietnamese subs, called bahn mi, often include a layer of chicken-liver pate and/or pork cold cuts. Spread some over the chili paste, if you like, before you add the turkey.", "Bolillos are Mexican or Salvadoran rolls with a crusty exterior, soft interior, and torpedo shape; find them at Latino bakeries and grocery stores."]

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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: 3 cups finely shredded cabbage (see Notes), 1/2 cup finely shredded carrots, 1/2 cup rice vinegar, divided, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Turkey Subs falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Vietnamese-Style Turkey Subs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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