Bariatric Banh Mi
Kenneth Cadieux
July 08, 2026
Bariatric Banh Mi is a bariatric-friendly, portion-controlled main course built for life after weight loss surgery. This banh mi recipe supports gastric sleeve (VSG), gastric bypass, and GLP-1 patients with high-protein, low-volume portions that satisfy without overfilling a post-op stomach.
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Thighs
- 1⁄2 Bulb of Garlic
- 2 Tablespoon Sesame Seed Oil
- 2 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 2 Teaspoons Honey
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Bunch Green Onion
- 8oz White Wine Vinegar
- 1 Cole Slaw Kit
- 1 Spoonful of Mayo
Directions
Step 1:
Take some Cole slaw submerge it in a jar of white vinegar
Step 2:
Next lets make our chicken marine Chop up some garlic some add Sesame seed oil some Soy sauce And a little bit of honey.
Step 3:
Toss your chicken into the marina and into a grill pan that’s nice and hot. Man it smells so good in here Next well dice up some some green onions and our grilled chicken
Step 4:
Last step- put it all together- pack your chicken into wonton folded triangles- well put these in the over at 380 for 20 minutes. Add your slaw to your Bahn mi wontons and top with a little liquid amino and you have a spectacular crunch with a Vietnamese taste.
Bariatric Portion & Prep Tips
Protein-first eating drives success after bariatric surgery. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends prioritizing protein at every meal and stopping at the first sign of fullness. Prepping banh mi in a BariBowl portion-control container keeps servings post-op sized automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Banh Mi recipe bariatric-friendly?
Yes — this banh mi recipe is portion-controlled and protein-forward, designed for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric band patients.
Can I eat banh mi after gastric sleeve surgery?
Once your surgeon clears you for the soft or regular food phase, portion-controlled banh mi fits well into a post-op bariatric diet.
How should I portion banh mi after weight loss surgery?
Start with a half-cup serving, eat slowly, and stop at the first sign of fullness — a portion-control container like the BariBowl makes this automatic.
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