Aloha BBQ Pork Banh Mi with Hawaiian Crunch
Tender, caramelized BBQ pork layered into a warm baguette and finished with a bright island crunch. Sweet-smoky pork, crisp greens, and tropical flavors deliver a craveable balance that is savory, fresh, and indulgent in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 (11-ounces) package Fresh Express® Zesty Hawaiian Crunch Chopped Kit
BBQ Pork
- 1 lb Pork tenderloin
- ½ cup Hawaiian-style BBQ sauce (Can use hickory smoke BBQ Sauce)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
Sandwich Base
- 4 each banh mi rolls or small baguettes
- 2 tablespoons butter or neutral spread
Optional Chili Mayo
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon Lime juice
Instructions
- Pre-heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season pork with oil and sear on all sides until browned.
- Brush pork generously with BBQ sauce mixture and continue cooking, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Rest pork 5 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.
- Lightly toast baguettes and spread with butter or chili mayo, if using.
- Layer sliced BBQ pork into each roll.
- Top generously with the prepared Hawaiian Crunch Chopped Kit.
- Serve immediately.
Chef Tips-
Slice pork thin to maximize tenderness and sauce coverage.
Keep the salad cold for contrast against the warm pork.
Do not overdress the kit. The brightness should cut through the BBQ richness.
Assemble just before serving to prevent bread softening.