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Printed September 1, 2026
Printed September 1, 2026
Air Fryer Alchemist
Crispy Vietnamese Bánh Mì Croquettes
Transform the iconic sandwich into golden, air-fried orbs stuffed with lemongrass pork and pickled vegetables. These croquettes deliver all the contrasting flavors of bánh mì in one crispy bite.
Ingredients
- 300g ground pork
- 2 stalks lemongrass, finely minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1/2 cup pickled daikon and carrot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Cooking spray
Preparation
The bánh mì sandwich has captivated taste buds worldwide with its perfect balance of savory, tangy, and herbaceous notes. These croquettes capture that magic in a convenient, party-ready form that maximizes crispiness without a drop of oil.
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine ground pork, lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, and five-spice powder. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Add the pickled vegetables and cilantro to the pork mixture, mixing well.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized spheres, about 2 tablespoons each.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and panko in the third.
- Roll each croquette in flour, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- Spray croquettes lightly with cooking spray and arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each.
- Air fry for 12-14 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 71°C/160°F).
- Serve immediately with sriracha mayo or additional pickled vegetables.
