Bánh Khọt are crispy, bite-sized pancakes originating from Vũng Tàu, Vietnam. Made with a batter of rice flour and coconut milk, they are cooked in small molds until golden and topped with fresh shrimp. These savory treats are often enjoyed as a street food snack or appetizer, typically served with fresh herbs and a tangy fish sauce dip.
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Bánh Khọt is a beloved street food in Vũng Tàu, often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack. It reflects the coastal influence with its shrimp topping and is commonly eaten with friends or family, dipped in nước chấm (fish sauce dressing).
1. Mix rice flour, coconut milk, turmeric, and salt into a smooth batter. 2. Heat a special Bánh Khọt pan or small molds and grease lightly. 3. Pour batter into molds and top each ...
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Sometimes includes mung bean paste for extra texture
Often served with more elaborate herb platters
Andrea Nguyen — Vietnamese Food Any Day
Luke Nguyen — The Food of Vietnam
Vietnam Tourism — Vietnamese Street Food Guide
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Electric pressure cooker for stocks, beans, braising, sterilization
Wide carbon steel pan — develops the prized socarrat crust
Professional molds for tempered chocolate bonbons
Tempeh starter culture for soybean fermentation
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