Banh Xeo Recipe
Vietnamese savory pancakes filled with shrimp and pork.
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Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
Filling
Garnish
Method
Prepare Pancake Batter
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, turmeric powder, salt, coconut milk, and water. Whisk until smooth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Prepare Filling
- 2
Cook Pork and Shrimp
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the pork belly and cook until slightly crispy. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink. Remove from heat.
- 3
Prepare Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the bean sprouts and chopped green onions, stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Set aside with the pork and shrimp.
Cook Pancakes
- 4
Heat Skillet
In a non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it’s hot.
- 5
Pour Batter
Pour about 1/2 cup of pancake batter into the skillet, swirling to evenly coat the bottom. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy and the top is set.
- 6
Add Filling
Place a portion of the cooked pork, shrimp, and vegetable mixture on one half of the pancake.
- 7
Fold and Finish
Fold the pancake in half and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter and filling.
Serve
- 8
Plate and Garnish
Serve the Banh Xeo hot with lettuce leaves, fresh herbs, and a small bowl of Nuoc Cham for dipping.