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Name: French-Vietnamese Banh Mi with Duck Confit
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 duck confit legs (pre-cooked, shredded meat); 4 crusty French baguette rolls (6-inch, split); 1 cup pickled daikon and carrot (do chua); 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro sprigs; 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat); 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce; 2 tsp soy sauce; 1 tsp rice vinegar; 1/2 tsp sugar; 1/4 tsp black pepper

French-Vietnamese Banh Mi with Duck Confit

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This French-Vietnamese banh mi with duck confit is a dazzling fusion of cultures and flavors. Rich, tender duck confit brings luxurious depth to the classic banh mi, contrasting beautifully with crisp pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and a spicy-sweet mayo spread. The crusty baguette—an ode to French baking—offers a satisfying crunch, while the vibrant fillings deliver the signature banh mi medley of savory, tangy, spicy, and fresh. This version is perfect for a sophisticated lunch, a showstopping picnic, or an elevated weeknight dinner. Every bite is a journey from Parisian bistros to bustling Saigon street stalls, all in one irresistible sandwich.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place duck confit legs on a baking sheet and warm for 10-12 minutes until skin is crisp. Shred the meat, discarding bones and excess fat.
Split baguette rolls lengthwise, leaving a hinge. Toast lightly in the oven for 3-5 minutes until crusty.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, hoisin sauce, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper to make the banh mi spread.
Spread a generous layer of the mayo mixture on both sides of each roll.
Layer shredded duck confit evenly onto the bottom half of each baguette.
Top with pickled daikon and carrot, cucumber slices, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño slices.
Close the sandwiches, press gently, and serve immediately. For extra crunch, wrap tightly and let sit for 5 minutes before eating.