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Banh Xeo Vietnamese Shrimp Pancakes Recipe

A crispy, savory Vietnamese pancake filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts, served with fresh herbs and a tangy dipping sauce.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Batter

  • 1 cup rice flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup water

Filling

  • ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ lb pork belly, thinly sliced
  • 2 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 cup fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)
  • 1 cup lettuce leaves

Instructions 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, cornstarch, turmeric powder, and salt. Gradually whisk in coconut milk and water until smooth. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil. Pour in a ladle of batter, swirling to coat the pan thinly.
  3. Add a few shrimp and pork slices to one side of the pancake. Cook until the edges start to lift and the bottom is crispy, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add a handful of bean sprouts, fold the pancake in half, and cook for another minute. Remove from the pan and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter and filling.
  5. Serve the pancakes with fresh herbs, lettuce leaves, and dipping sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Pancake, Shrimp, Vietnamese
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