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Fried Bologna Banh Mi Bites

A playful, party-ready twist on the classic Vietnamese sandwich that pairs crispy, butter-fried bologna with quick-pickled vegetables and a spicy hoisin-mayo spread on baguette slices.

Prep

25m

Cook

10m

Total

35m

Serves

12

Method

  1. 01

    Julienne the carrots, daikon radish, and English cucumber into uniform matchsticks about the width of your bologna slices. Thinly slice the jalapeño and set the vegetables aside.

    Step 1
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  2. 02

    Prepare the spicy hoisin-mayo by whisking together the mayonnaise, hoisin sauce, and sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust the heat level to your preference.

    Step 2
    Watch · 2:38
  3. 03

    Slice the baguette into rounds approximately 1/4-inch thick. Spread a generous layer of the hoisin-mayo onto each slice and arrange them on a serving platter.

    Step 3
    Watch · 3:04
  4. 04

    Toss the julienned carrots and daikon with the seasoned rice vinegar. Let the mixture sit for 10 to 15 minutes to quick-pickle before assembly.

    Step 4
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  5. 05

    Cut the bologna slices into quarters. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the bologna until the edges are dark, crispy, and caramelized. Be careful not to let them burn.

    Step 5
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  6. 06

    Assemble the bites by placing one hot piece of fried bologna on each prepared bread slice. Top with cucumber, the pickled carrot and daikon mixture, a slice of jalapeño, a drizzle of sriracha, and a fresh cilantro leaf.

    Step 6
    Watch · 5:13

From Chef John

  • “You are after all the QB of your fried bologna banh mi.”
  • “Cooking is about contrast and this is a perfect one-bite example.”
  • “I really don't care who wins the game, I do care who wins best food at the party.”