Bánh xèo

About the Meal

Bánh xèo is a popular Vietnamese street food dish that consists of a crispy rice flour pancake filled with shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and other savory ingredients. The name “bánh xèo” literally means “sizzling cake” in Vietnamese, which refers to the sound the pancake makes when it’s cooked on a hot griddle. This dish is often served as an appetizer or snack, and its combination of textures and flavors has made it a beloved favorite among locals and tourists alike.

Recipe

Ingredients:

For the batter:

• 2 cups rice flour
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the filling:

• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound pork, sliced into thin strips
• 1/2 cup bean sprouts
• 1/4 cup chopped scallions
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the rice flour and salt. Gradually add in the water to form a smooth batter.
2. Heat a small non-stick pan or a traditional Vietnamese griddle over medium heat.
3. Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and tilt the pan to evenly coat the bottom.
4. Arrange the shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and scallions in the center of the pancake, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Fold the pancake in half over the filling to form a triangle or a square shape.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the pancake is crispy and golden brown.
7. Serve immediately with fresh herbs like mint, basil, or cilantro, and your choice of dipping sauce (e.g., sweet chili sauce, fish sauce, or nuoc cham).

Tips

• To make the batter more consistent, you can add a little more water or rice flour as needed.
• If using a traditional Vietnamese griddle, be sure to preheat it thoroughly before cooking the pancake.
• Don’t overfill the pancake with filling, as this can make it difficult to fold and cook evenly.
• Experiment with different fillings or sauces to give your bánh xèo a personal touch!
  
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