Jul 13 2026
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Vietnamese Pancake - This Isn't Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Pho Soho
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Batter

Method

Batter Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, cornstarch, turmeric powder, and salt. Whisk until well blended.

  2. 2

    Add Liquids

    Gradually add the coconut milk and water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes.

Filling Preparation

  1. 3

    Sauté Vegetables and Tofu

    In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the shiitake mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

  2. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the julienned carrots, bean sprouts, chopped green onions, and crumbled tofu to the skillet. Drizzle with soy sauce and stir-fry for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Remove from heat and set aside.

Cooking Pancakes

  1. 5

    Heat the Skillet

    In a non-stick skillet, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 6

    Pour Batter

    Once the skillet is hot, pour a ladleful of batter into the skillet, swirling to create a thin, even layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges start to lift.

  3. 7

    Add Filling

    Add a portion of the filling mixture to one half of the pancake and fold the other half over. Cook for another 2 minutes until the pancake is golden brown and cooked through.

  4. 8

    Repeat

    Repeat the process with the remaining batter and filling.

Serving the Pancakes

  1. 9

    Serve

    Serve the pancakes hot, wrapped in lettuce leaves, and topped with fresh herbs. Drizzle with Nuoc Cham as desired.

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