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Vietnamese pancakes are a beloved dish, each region adding its own unique twist. Perfecting the crispy texture of the pancake is an art form in itself.
The name 'banh xeo' might make you wonder if the sizzling sound ('xèo xèo') during cooking inspired its name. Banh xeo varies in size and filling across regions: Hue and Phan Thiet's versions are small, while the southern version is larger and generously filled. Today, let's learn how to make delicious shrimp and pork Vietnamese pancakes from the southern region.
Ingredients:
For the pancake part:
- Pancake mix: 1 packet (400g)
- Turmeric powder: 1 teaspoon
- Shrimp: 150g
- Pork belly: 150g
- Shiitake mushrooms: 10 pieces
- Spring onions: 3 stalks
- Bean sprouts: 100g
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Filtered water: 500ml
- Peeled green beans: 50g
- Cooking oil, fish sauce, sugar, chili, seasoning powder
- Side vegetables: coriander, Vietnamese coriander... (depending on preference)
For the dipping sauce:
- Fish sauce
- Sugar
- Seasoning powder
- Chopped chili
- Minced garlic
- Lime
How to make shrimp and pork Vietnamese pancakes:
Step 1:
- Wash and finely chop spring onions.
- Pour the pancake mix into a large bowl along with 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Add 500ml of water and the spring onions. Stir well and let it sit for about 30 minutes before pouring the batter.
- Clean the mung beans, soak them in water for about 30 minutes, then steam until cooked.
- Rinse and drain the bean sprouts, peel and julienne the carrots.
- Wash and dry the herbs.
Step 2:
- Trim the heads off the shrimp, clean, and wash them. Then finely chop.
- Wash the pork thoroughly and thinly slice.
- Soak the shiitake mushrooms until they expand, discard the stems, and thinly slice.
Step 3:
- Heat some cooking oil in a pan, then stir-fry the pork, followed by the shrimp and shiitake mushrooms.
- Season to taste with seasoning powder, then transfer the shrimp and pork to a bowl.
Step 4:
- Place a non-stick pan on the stove and wait for it to heat up. Then evenly spread 2-3 tablespoons of the pre-mixed pancake batter. Ensure the batter covers the pan thinly and evenly.
- Next, place the ingredients on the pancake surface: shrimp, pork, add bean sprouts, bean sprouts, carrots, then cover the pan tightly.
- Cook over high heat for 3-4 minutes, fold the pancake in half, cook until the crust is golden brown, then turn off the heat and transfer the pancake to a plate.
- Repeat this process until all the pancake batter and filling are used up.
Step 5:
- Prepare the dipping sauce for the Vietnamese pancakes as follows: 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 1/2 tablespoon filtered water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon seasoning powder; 2 finely chopped chili peppers; 1 teaspoon minced garlic.
- Stir until the sugar and seasoning powder dissolve completely, then add 1/2 tablespoon lime juice and adjust the taste to your liking.
So there you have it, shrimp and pork Vietnamese pancakes are now ready. It's best to enjoy them while they're still hot, served with fresh vegetables and dipped in the sweet and spicy fish sauce. These pancakes are packed with vitamins from the bean sprouts and nutrients from the shrimp and pork, making them suitable for any meal.
Finished product: Thin, crispy pancake shell with hot, flavorful filling of shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts.
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Compiled by Vương Hoài - PasGo.vn
