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Authentic Vietnamese banh xeo with crispy edges and fresh herbs
Crispy Vietnamese pancake with shrimp or pork filling

Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese Sizzling Crepes)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
Bánh Xèo is named for the 'sizzling' sound the rice batter makes hitting the hot pan. Though it looks like an omelet due to turmeric, it's egg-free. This Vietnamese crepe is a textural masterpiece: lacy and crispy edges, soft center, fresh filling. Eaten by hand, wrapped in lettuce leaves and dipped in sauce.
🕒 Prep Time 35 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 520 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Vietnamese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Non-stick skillet (critical)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ladle

Allergen Information

⚠️ Fish
⚠️ Crustacean Shellfish

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix rice flour, turmeric, salt. Whisk in coconut milk and cold water. Let rest 30 mins.

Tip: Resting hydrates rice grains for smoother texture.
2 ✓

Make Nuoc Cham: Mix fish sauce, sugar, lime, garlic, chili, and 3 tbsp water until sugar dissolves.

Tip: Balance salty, sweet, sour, and spicy.
3 ✓

Stir green onions into batter.

Tip: Adds flavor and color contrast.
4 ✓

Heat oil. Sauté onion and shrimp/meat 1-2 mins.

Tip: Pre-cooking ensures filling is done.
5 ✓

Ladle batter, swirl to coat pan thinly.

Tip: Listen for the 'sizzle'! No sizzle = oily crepe.
6 ✓

Add bean sprouts, cover 2-3 mins to steam.

Tip: Don't steam too long or crust softens.
7 ✓

Uncover, fry until edges pull away and brown. Fold in half.

Tip: Patience prevents tearing.
8 ✓

Serve with lettuce, herbs, dipping sauce. Wrap piece in lettuce with herbs, dip, eat.

Tip: Communal dining experience.

Recipe FAQ

Why isn't it crispy?
Batter too thick or pan not hot enough. Batter should be thin like heavy cream.
Falling apart?
Don't flip it! Just fold it when the bottom is crisp and releasing.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups Rice Flour
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk
  • 2/3 cup Ice Cold Water
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 2 stalks Green Onions (green parts)
  • 7 oz Small Shrimp or Sliced Pork Belly
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 tbsp Fish Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 whole Lime
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 bunch Fresh Mint
  • 1 head Lettuce (leaves separated)
  • 2 tbsp Neutral Oil (for frying)
  • 1 clove Garlic (minced)
  • 1 whole Chili Pepper (optional)