Banh Mi Rice Bowl
The Banh Mi Rice Bowl delivers bold Vietnamese flavors with marinated chicken, crisp veggies, and tangy pickles over fluffy jasmine rice.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 cup jasmine rice
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 lb chicken breast, sliced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cucumber, sliced
1 cup carrot, julienned
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 jalapeno, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup pickled daikon radish
Directions
- Begin by cooking the jasmine rice according to package instructions, ensuring it is fluffy and tender once done.
- In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat, then add sliced chicken breast, cooking until browned and cooked through.
- Combine soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic in a bowl, then pour over the cooked chicken, stirring well.
- After allowing the chicken to absorb the marinade flavors, remove it from the pan and set aside to rest slightly.
- Prepare the vegetables by slicing the cucumber, julienning the carrot, and thinly slicing the red onion and jalapeno.
- Arrange the cooked rice in individual bowls, topping with marinated chicken slices and prepared fresh vegetables.
- Finish each bowl with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and drizzling with lime juice for a refreshing kick.
- Top with pickled daikon radish before serving, for an authentic and flavorful touch to this Vietnamese dish.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Inspired by the classic Vietnamese sandwich, this Banh Mi Rice Bowl layers tender marinated chicken, crunchy fresh veggies, and tangy pickled daikon over fragrant jasmine rice. Topped with cilantro, jalapeños, and a splash of lime, it’s a colorful, refreshing bowl full of bold flavors, vibrant textures, and healthy satisfaction.
