Unlock the Secret to Perfectly Crispy Golden West Lake Shrimp Cakes

Indulge in the Irresistible Delight of Delicious West Lake Shrimp Cakes, boasting a golden crispy crust, vibrant red shrimp, tantalizing with a harmonious blend of sweet, creamy flavors, paired flawlessly with a tangy, spicy, savory, and sweet dipping sauce, served alongside fresh greens.

West Lake Shrimp Cakes stand as a beloved delicacy in Hanoi, cherished by many. However, fear not, for the process of making this dish is not as difficult or complex as one might think.

Expert Guide: How to Make Delicious, Crispy West Lake Shrimp Cakes

Ingredients for mushroom sticky rice are incredibly simple: 1 kg fresh shrimp, 350 gr wheat flour, 100 gr rice flour, 800 ml water, 3 sweet potatoes, 1 tsp salt, 2 tsp broth powder, 2 tsp sugar, a few white sesame seeds (optional), sweet and sour fish sauce, and various herbs.

Making shrimp cakes is not too complicated at all. It's simply a combination of wheat flour, cornstarch, sweet potatoes, and fresh shrimp. After frying, the cakes are drained of excess oil and served hot, accompanied by dipping sauce and some fresh greens.

First, thoroughly wash the sweet potatoes and peel them. Slice the sweet potatoes into thin strips about 0.5cm x 0.3cm each.

Combine wheat flour, rice flour, water, salt, sugar, and broth powder in a bowl, mix well, then sift to ensure a smooth batter. Add sweet potato slices gradually to the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Use a flat spoon to scoop up a mixture of flour and sweet potatoes onto the spoon, then add the shrimp to the flour and roll it once so the shrimp is coated with a layer of flour. Place the shrimp on top of the sweet potato mixture on the spoon.

When the oil is hot enough, slowly lower the spoon with the sweet potato mixture into the pan at a slight angle, then gradually release the sweet potato mixture into the hot oil, ensuring the cakes maintain a beautiful shape. Once the shrimp cakes are evenly golden and crispy on both sides, remove and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

The deliciousness of shrimp cakes lies in the dipping sauce. Peel and thinly slice the papaya, soak in salty water for about 3 minutes to remove the sap, then soak in vinegar. Slice the carrots thinly and soak them with the papaya. You can slice them into flower shapes for a more appealing presentation. Next, mix 2 teaspoons of sugar, 3 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 3 tablespoons of vinegar in a bowl, stir until the sugar dissolves into the mixture. Then add finely chopped garlic, thinly sliced chili, and adjust the seasoning to achieve a balanced sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavor profile for the dipping sauce. Now you have completed the delicious dipping sauce for the flavorful shrimp cakes.

Shrimp cakes must be eaten hot to fully enjoy their flavor. Enjoy them while they're still hot, savoring the crispy texture melting in your mouth. Eating hot shrimp cakes with a sweet, sour, and spicy dipping sauce, along with some pickled vegetables (papaya and carrot soaked in vinegar), in the chilly weather of Hanoi is truly delightful.

Where to Enjoy Authentic West Lake Shrimp Cakes in Hanoi?

On a chilly afternoon stroll, reminiscing the cozy, elegant ambiance with a touch of classic European architecture, relishing the crispy, fragrant hot West Lake shrimp cakes with a spicy, tangy, sweet dipping sauce at Nam Son Restaurant with close friends makes my mouth water.

The enticing golden West Lake shrimp cakes, served with fresh herbs and accompanied by intricately prepared dipping sauce, are a feast for the eyes and palate, leaving diners mesmerized.

If you ever get the chance, don't forget to visit Nam Son Restaurant to savor the delicious authentic West Lake shrimp cakes right on Giai Phong Street, Hoang Mai District. In the spacious, airy atmosphere, you can comfortably enjoy joyful moments with family and friends.

Indulge in a variety of seafood and mountain specialties with a rich and enticing menu at Nam Son Restaurant. Delight in renowned dishes like Grilled Lobster, Grilled Razor Clams with Scallion Oil, Conch, Grilled Sea Cucumber with Scallion Oil, Steamed Chicken, Honey Grilled Chicken, as well as traditional favorites like vermicelli with tofu, grilled meat, spring rolls, boiled potatoes, and specialty dishes like salmon sashimi, tuna sashimi, and steamed prawns.

Anyone visiting Hanoi must not forget to taste the iconic West Lake shrimp cakes at least once to forever remember their unique flavor. And don't overlook Nam Son Restaurant as an excellent choice for you. There's nothing like experiencing it firsthand.

>>> Remember to book a table through PASGO to receive attractive offers at Nam Son Restaurant.

Address: Nam Son Restaurant - 809 Giai Phong, Hoang Mai District, Hanoi

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