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Photograph of the finished Southern Banh Xeo Sizzling Crepe

Vietnam · Bánh xèo Nam Bộ

Southern Banh Xeo Sizzling Crepe

1 hr Hands-on time + 2 hr soaking or marinating first
MediumDifficulty
6 stepsSteps

Method

  1. 1 Mix rice flour with coconut milk, water, turmeric powder, and chopped scallions, then let it rest for 2 hours.
  2. 2 Letting the dough rest for 2 hours is the secret to a crispy crust; pouring it immediately will result in a chewy and crumbly crust.
  3. 3 Steam whole mung beans for 20 minutes until they are soft but still retain their shape.
  4. 4 Heat the pan until very hot, then stir-fry the shrimp and pork belly for 2 minutes in the same pan.
  5. 5 Pour a thin layer of batter and shake the pan to spread it evenly to the sides.
  6. 6 Sprinkle with bean sprouts and mung beans, then cover and cook for 2 minutes. Open the lid for 90 seconds to allow the crust to dry and become crispy, then fold it in half.

With an appliance

  • Oven 1 hr

    Step 6: After sprinkling with bean sprouts and mung beans, place the heat-resistant pan on the middle rack of the 220-degree oven for 4 minutes, rotate the pan at the 2nd minute, then turn on the top heat for 2 minutes to crisp the crust before folding.