{"id":"banh_xeo_c31b7e3f0b","slug":"banh-xeo-vietnamese-sizzling-crepes","title":"Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese Sizzling Crepes)","description":"A classic Vietnamese street food staple. These savory, golden-hued rice flour crepes are filled with succulent shrimp, thin slices of pork, and crisp bean sprouts. Served wrapped in lettuce leaves with fresh aromatic herbs and dipped in a tangy fish sauce.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":50,"activeMinutes":50},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"200g rice flour","name":"Rice Flour","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"fine","notes":"","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 tsp turmeric powder","name":"Turmeric","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"gives the crepe its yellow color","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"240ml coconut milk","name":"Coconut Milk","quantity":240,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"full fat for best flavor","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"240ml water","name":"Water","quantity":240,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"room temperature","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"3 scallions, thinly sliced","name":"Scallions","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sliced","notes":"green parts primarily","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"250g pork belly, thinly sliced","name":"Pork belly","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":8.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"cut into bite-sized pieces","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"250g medium shrimp, peeled and deveined","name":"Shrimp","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":8.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"peeled and deveined","notes":"tails removed if preferred","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 small onion, thinly sliced","name":"Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"white or yellow onion","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"200g bean sprouts","name":"Bean Sprouts","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"fresh","notes":"washed and drained","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Vegetable oil for frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"high smoke point","group":"Frying","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"1/4 cup fish sauce","name":"Fish Sauce","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for dipping sauce","group":"Dipping Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"2 tbsp sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":25,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"Dipping Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-13","original":"2 cloves garlic, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"Dipping Sauce","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-14","original":"Head of green leaf lettuce and fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, Thai basil)","name":"Fresh Herbs","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"fresh","notes":"for serving","group":"Serving","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, whisk together the rice flour, turmeric powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually stir in the coconut milk and water until a smooth, thin batter forms. Stir in the sliced scallions. Let the batter rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk together the rice flour, turmeric powder, and a pinch of salt","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Prepare the dipping sauce (Nước Chấm) by combining fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and water in a small bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves, then add minced garlic and chili to taste.","group":"Preparation","title":"Prepare the dipping sauce","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a few slices of pork belly, shrimp, and onion. Sauté until the pork is cooked through and shrimp are pink.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a small amount of vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Stir the batter again. Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan, swirling it quickly to coat the bottom in a thin layer. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for about 2 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Stir the batter again","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove the lid. Place a handful of bean sprouts on one half of the crepe. Continue cooking uncovered until the edges are crispy and the bottom is golden brown. Fold the crepe in half over the filling and slide it onto a plate.","group":"Cooking","title":"Remove the lid","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Serve the hot crepes with lettuce leaves and fresh herbs. To eat, tear off a piece of the crepe, wrap it in a lettuce leaf with herbs, and dip into the sauce.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve the hot crepes","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"The name 'Bánh xèo' literally translates to 'sizzling cake,' referring to the sound the batter makes when it hits the hot pan. For the crispiest results, ensure your pan is very hot before adding the batter and use a thin layer.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry","saute"],"equipment":["Non-stick skillet","Lid","Whisk","Mixing bowl","Ladle"],"diet":["dairy_free","gluten_free"],"allergens":["fish","shellfish"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":8,"unit":"crepe","note":"Makes approximately 8 small-to-medium crepes"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The batter can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the fridge. Stir well before using."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Bánh xèo is best enjoyed immediately while crispy. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge but will lose their crunch; reheat in a dry skillet to crisp up.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in a hot pan without oil until the exterior is crispy again."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbanh_xeo_c31b7e3f0b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=24c32ee3-0ddc-4e90-aaed-3f49ea8741d7","imageAlt":"Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese Sizzling Crepes) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["vietnamese","crepe","pancake","savory","shrimp","pork belly","street food","crispy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese Sizzling Crepes)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T20:41:19.375Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T20:41:19.375Z","related":[{"id":"mie_goreng_589c97c20a","slug":"authentic-mie-goreng","title":"Authentic Mie Goreng","description":"A classic Indonesian street food dish featuring savory stir-fried egg noodles tossed with a sweet and salty glaze, crisp vegetables, and a mix of proteins.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Indonesian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmie_goreng_589c97c20a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8a50402c-7fbe-4b90-9e82-da20e063190a","imageAlt":"Authentic Mie Goreng — recipe cover","tags":["indonesian","street food","noodles","savory","quick meal"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":15,"stepCount":7},{"id":"banh_mi_f517f98aec","slug":"banh-mi-vietnamese-sandwich","title":"Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Sandwich)","description":"A quintessential Vietnamese street food featuring a crusty baguette filled with savory pork, creamy pâté, crisp pickled vegetables, and aromatic fresh herbs.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbanh_mi_f517f98aec%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=95d748db-c3ec-4f86-97b2-405f15d867a1","imageAlt":"Bánh Mì (Vietnamese Sandwich) — recipe cover","tags":["vietnamese","sandwich","street food","banh mi","quick meal","spicy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_b079757101","slug":"khao-tom-thai-rice-soup","title":"Khao Tom (Thai Rice Soup)","description":"A comforting and aromatic Southeast Asian breakfast staple featuring tender rice in a savory broth with seasoned pork meatballs and crispy fried garlic.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Thai"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["dairy_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_b079757101%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=20d1fc02-f00d-4b7f-b686-cbc3f7f1f067","imageAlt":"Khao Tom (Thai Rice Soup) — recipe cover","tags":["thai","breakfast","rice soup","pork meatballs","comfort food","savory"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":11,"stepCount":6}]}