Crisped Bánh Xèo Vietnamese Savory Pancakes with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts

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Golden and crispy Vietnamese crepes filled with succulent shrimp, crunchy bean sprouts, and fresh herbs, served with a tangy dipping sauce. This vietnamese-inspired seafood ready in about 45 minutes layers rice flour, turmeric powder, coconut milk into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 3, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Vietnamese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup rice flour, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 1/4 cups coconut milk, 1/4 cup water, and 1/2 tsp salt until smooth. Let batter rest for 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: For the dipping sauce, combine 1/4 cup fish sauce, 3 tbsp lime juice, 3 tbsp water, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 small chopped red chili in a small bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add another 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet and pour in about 1/3 cup of the batter, swirling to form a thin pancake. Cook for 2 minutes until edges crisp and pancake is golden.
  5. Step 5: Scatter 1/3 cup cooked shrimp, 1/2 cup bean sprouts, and 1 tbsp chopped green onion on one half of the pancake. Cover with a lid and cook for 1 minute to steam the filling.
  6. Step 6: Fold the pancake over to enclose the filling, slide onto a plate, and repeat steps 4-6 with remaining batter and ingredients to make 3 pancakes.
  7. Step 7: Serve the bánh xèo with fresh mint leaves, cilantro, and lettuce leaves to wrap the pancakes, accompanied by the prepared dipping sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Crisped Bánh Xèo Vietnamese Savory Pancakes with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (30 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Crisped Bánh Xèo Vietnamese Savory Pancakes with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Crisped Bánh Xèo Vietnamese Savory Pancakes with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Crisped Bánh Xèo Vietnamese Savory Pancakes with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Crisped Bánh Xèo Vietnamese Savory Pancakes with Shrimp and Bean Sprouts?

Vietnamese seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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