Pulled Pork Banh Mi Recipe

Who doesn’t love a messy sandwich?

This pulled pork bánh mì–inspired sandwich is one of my favorite ways to turn leftovers into something exciting without making dinner feel complicated. Crispy bread, warm pulled pork, a quick crunchy slaw, and a runny egg all piled together — it’s drippy, a little chaotic, and completely delicious.

What I love most about this sandwich is how flexible it is. It’s built from ingredients kids already know and trust (bread, eggs, pork), with just a few new flavors layered in gently. It’s the kind of meal that feels fun and special, but still comes together fast enough for a weeknight.

No perfection required. Napkins encouraged.

Why this sandwich works for families

This is a great example of how to add variety without pressure:

• It uses leftovers, which keeps prep easy
• The flavors are bold but familiar
• Everything can be customized or served separately
• Kids can engage with it at their own comfort level

If your goal is to slowly expand what dinner looks like without battles or overwhelm, this is a really good place to start.

Making this sandwich:

Here is a general overview of how to make this sandwich. For the full set of written directions, please scroll down to the recipe card below.

• Make the quick pickled slaw by placing the sliced vegetables in a shallow dish. Whisk together the vinegar, lime juice, sugar, and salt, then pour it over the vegetables. Let them sit at room temperature while you finish the rest of the meal.
• Stir together the lime tahini mayo and set it aside.
• Warm the pulled pork in a skillet until heated through. While it warms, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing and toss it with the pork. Keep warm.
• Cook the eggs in a skillet until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your family’s preference.
• To assemble, spread the tahini mayo on the bread, then layer on basil, cucumber, pulled pork, drained pickled vegetables, and a fried egg. Serve right away while everything is warm and messy.

A few shortcuts make this a realistic dinner option:

• Use leftover pulled pork from the slow cooker, or grab pre-cooked pork from the store
• Make the lime tahini mayo ahead of time and keep it in the fridge
• Prep the vegetables for the slaw earlier in the day, but toss them together right before serving
• Cook the eggs however your family prefers — runny, over-medium, scrambled, or even hard-boiled

This isn’t about doing it “right.” It’s about getting dinner on the table in a way that feels good.

 Serving ideas for kids (and cautious eaters)

If a stacked, messy sandwich feels like too much, try serving this deconstructed:

Set out small portions of:

• pulled pork
• bread
• scrambled or sliced egg
• veggies
• a little sauce on the side for dipping

This lets kids explore the flavors at their own pace — or just eat the parts they’re ready for — while still being part of the same meal.

Thank you to The Iowa Egg Council for sponsoring this post. And Thank you for supporting the brands that support me and allow me to continue to grow my blog. All opinions, recipe and photographs are my own. #PutAnEggOnIt!

I am so excited to partner with the Iowa Egg Council to create this easy and healthy weeknight meal that highlights how eggs can be used in fun and creative ways (and not just for breakfast!)! I love the idea of “putting an egg on it” because that egg is like that extra little sparkle that really makes a recipe stand up and shine. From ramen to waffles, there’s not much that won’t be that much better by putting an egg on it!

Interested in other great eggs for dinner recipes? Try:

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