Vietnamese-style Bangers and Mash

Ingredients

While the original British Bangers and Mash typically uses pork sausages and regular mashed potatoes, our Vietnamese adaptation incorporates Vietnamese flavors and swaps the pork sausages for bánh mì sausages. Additionally, we use mashed sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes to add a touch of sweetness and enhance the Vietnamese influence. We alse have the original recipe for Bangers and Mash, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) bánh mì sausages 500g (1.1 lb) bánh mì sausages
• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 10g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Place the bánh mì sausages on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
3. 3.
   In the meantime, boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
4. 4.
   Mash the sweet potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until golden brown.
6. 6.
   Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, and five-spice powder to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
7. 7.
   Add the baked bánh mì sausages to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sausages to absorb the flavors.
8. 8.
   Serve the bánh mì sausages on a bed of mashed sweet potatoes. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Bánh mì sausages — To enhance the flavor, marinate the sausages in a mixture of soy sauce, fish sauce, and five-spice powder for 30 minutes before baking.
• Sweet potatoes — Boil the sweet potatoes until they are easily pierced with a fork, but be careful not to overcook them as they can become mushy.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a dash of sriracha or chili flakes to the sausages while cooking.
• If you can't find bánh mì sausages, you can use any Vietnamese-style sausages or even regular pork sausages seasoned with Vietnamese spices.
• Serve with a side of pickled vegetables or a fresh Vietnamese salad for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Vietnamese-style Bangers and Mash hot, with the sausages placed on top of the creamy mashed sweet potatoes. Garnish with fresh cilantro for added freshness and color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the mashed sweet potatoes on a plate, creating a bed for the bánh mì sausages. Place the sausages on top and drizzle any remaining sauce from the skillet over the dish. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro for an attractive presentation.