This Banh Mi Pork Tacos Recipe combines the bold flavors of traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi with the convenience of tacos. Featuring marinated pork, fresh vegetables, and a zesty sauce, these tacos deliver a unique and delicious twist on a classic dish.
The recipe is straightforward and can be prepared quickly, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.
Delicious Banh Mi Pork Tacos
These tacos feature tender, marinated pork topped with pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and a spicy mayo sauce. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup pickled carrots and daikon radish
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Pork: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and black pepper. Add the sliced pork and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Pork: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and sriracha until well combined.
- Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a portion of cooked pork on each tortilla. Top with pickled vegetables, cucumber slices, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with the spicy mayo sauce.
- Serve: Squeeze lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g