Bánh xèo is a local food that is popular in Vietnamese street food stalls and home cooking, and is characterized by its healthy and fresh taste.
It is also called "Vietnamese-style okonomiyaki" or "Vietnamese-style crepe" and is similar to Japanese okonomiyaki. Of course, the materials and methods vary greatly.
Banh xeo dough has a crispy and light texture, and its distinctive yellow color comes from turmeric. This turmeric is what makes it look like an omelet.
The ingredients are stir-fried or steamed, then placed on top of the batter and baked into circles like pancakes. It is usually carefully fried one by one in a large frying pan.
It's actually very easy to make as you just stir-fry the ingredients and fold it in half!
For those who want to enjoy Banh Xeo (Vietnamese-style okonomiyaki) at home, we will introduce an authentic recipe.
How to make banh xeo (Vietnamese okonomiyaki)
material
- banh xeo powder
- water
- bean sprouts
- Asatsuki (for decoration)
- onion
- Pork top
- Peeled shrimp
- Nampula
How to make
- Remove the deveining from the peeled shrimp.
- Make a dough by adding 450ml of water to 200g of flour.
- Stir-fry pork, onions, and shrimp in a frying pan.
- Pour the batter thinly
- Top with bean sprouts and steam-fry
- When browned, fold in half
- The sauce for the garnish is fish sauce
The only problem is that there aren't many stores that sell banh xeo powder, so many people find it a hurdle. It is also available at Taiyo Market, but it may not be available depending on stock and arrival status.
But don't worry.
You can also substitute rice flour and turmeric powder for banh xeo dough.
How to make banh xeo dough using rice flour
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Add turmeric powder to rice flour and mix.
Normally, you should use about 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder for every cup of rice flour. -
Adjust the dough by adding the appropriate amount of water and a little salt. The dough should be soft enough to flow.
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Adding a little coconut milk to the batter gives it a more authentic taste.
Another option is to layer rice paper with beaten eggs.
The finished banh xeo is eaten with herbs (such as coriander or mint), lettuce, or a refreshing fish sauce-based sauce unique to Vietnam (nam pla or nuoc mam).
Pancakes are commonly eaten by dipping them in sauce or wrapping them in herbs or lettuce.
Enjoy the familiar taste of Vietnam at home!
Asia Taiyo Market has a wide selection of banh xeo materials.
Click here for a list of Vietnamese ingredients and Vietnamese foods
