Leftover Ham Banh Mi Sandwich (Quick & Easy)

Turn your leftover Easter ham into a Vietnamese favorite with this fast, flavorful ham banh mi sandwich you’ll want for lunch every day! A quick pickle recipe is included so you can recreate that authentic taste in your own kitchen.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 cup rice vinegar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 8 oz. (225 g) daikon radish ((yields 1 cup of strips))
• 8 oz. (225 g) carrot ((yields 1 cup of strips))
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil ((or vegetable oil))
• 2 cups leftover ham (, sliced)
• 2 mini cucumbers (, sliced (or 1/2 English cucumber))
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup cilantro (, chopped)
• 2 Vietamese baguettes ((or 6 dinner rolls))
• Sriracha sauce
• Lime juice

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Make the pickles ---
2. 2Combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small pot. Heat over medium heat until the brine reaches a boil. Whisk to make sure the sugar dissolves thoroughly. Once done, transfer the pickling liquid to a tupperware container or a medium-sized bowl to cool.
3. 3Once the pickling liquid is mostly cooled (it’s fine if it’s lukewarm), add the daikon radish and carrot to it. Let marinate for 30 minutes while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
4. 4Once done, drain the marinating liquid and set aside the pickled veggies for assembling in the sandwiches.
5. 5--- Brown the ham ---
6. 6When you’re ready to serve, brown the ham. Heat a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat until hot. Add the ham. Fry until both sides are lightly caramelized, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer the ham to a plate.
7. 7--- Assemble the sandwiches ---
8. 8Halve the baguettes without cutting all the way through the bread. Spread mayonnaise on both sides. Stuff with a handful of sliced cucumber, pickles, and ham. Squeeze on Sriracha sauce and / or lime juice, if using.
9. 9Enjoy!