Banh Mi Sandwich

Banh Mi has a rich history, originating from the vibrant streets of Vietnam. The banh mi sandwich is a fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisine. This iconic sandwich features a crispy baguette, or petit pains, introduced by the French during their colonial rule in the mid-19th century. The Vietnamese people transformed the baguette by layering it with meats likes grilled pork, chicken, beef, or tofu for a vegetarian approach. What sets the sandwich apart is the pickled daikon and carrots, which creates an incredible harmonious blend of tangy, sweet and savory flavors. This play between the savory meats and sweet and tangy vegetables is what we now know as the banh mi. This dynamic harmony of flavors, spread across the globe by Vietnamese refugees after the war, has cemented the banh mi as one of the world’s most beloved sandwiches. Come savour Vietnam’s signature sandwich, at Lotus Banh Mi.