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Banh Mi Bowl

A rice bowl inspired by banh mi with pork, pickled vegetables, cucumber, herbs, and spicy mayo.

Prep20 minutes
Cook15 minutes
LevelEasy
Serves4
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Banh Mi Bowl

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Instructions

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  1. 1

    Quick-pickle carrots and daikon.

  2. 2

    Brown pork with garlic and soy sauce.

  3. 3

    Spoon rice into bowls.

  4. 4

    Top with pork, pickles, cucumber, herbs, and spicy mayo.

Cook notes

Tips

Pickles taste best after 15 minutes.

Use fresh herbs generously.

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Rice cooker

Good for steady rice, grains, and meal-prep bowls.

Blender

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Chef knife

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Cutting board

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Measuring spoons

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