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Bánh Khọt (Mini Savory Pancakes)

Bite-sized savory pancakes made with rice flour and coconut milk, topped with shrimp.

60 minutes
Serves 2
Appetizer

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare Batter: Whisk together the rice flour, coconut milk, water, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Stir in half of the sliced scallions. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare Toppings: Sauté the remaining scallions in a little oil to make scallion oil. Have the steamed mung beans and raw shrimp ready by the stove.

  3. 3

    Heat the Pan: Use a cast-iron Bánh Khọt pan (similar to an aebleskiver pan). Heat over medium-high. Add a generous drizzle of oil into each indentation until shimmering.

  4. 4

    Pour Batter: Pour the batter into each mold until about 2/3 full. The oil should sizzle and fry the edges immediately.

  5. 5

    Add Fillings: Drop a small pinch of steamed mung beans and one shrimp into the center of each pancake. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp is pink.

  6. 6

    Crisp and Serve: Remove the lid and cook for another 2 minutes to ensure the bottom is ultra-crispy and golden brown. Remove carefully with a spoon. Serve hot, wrapped in lettuce and mustard greens, dipped in Nước Chấm.

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