Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/4 cup tapioca starch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup dried shrimp, soaked and chopped
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fried shallots
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup chili sauce
- 1/4 cup garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Special Equipment Needed:
- Steamer
- Small bowls or ramekins
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together rice flour, tapioca starch, salt, sugar, and water until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together dried shrimp and scallions.
3. Grease small bowls or ramekins with oil and pour in enough batter to fill each bowl about 3/4 of the way.
4. Place the bowls in a steamer and steam for 5-7 minutes or until the batter is cooked through.
5. Remove the bowls from the steamer and let cool for a few minutes.
6. Use a spoon to remove the bánh bèo from the bowls and place them on a serving plate.
7. Top each bánh bèo with a sprinkle of the dried shrimp and scallion mixture, fried shallots, and a drizzle of fish sauce mixture.
8. To make the fish sauce mixture, mix together fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, water, chili sauce, garlic, and vegetable oil in a small bowl.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
Temperature:
- Steamer temperature: High heat
Serving size:
- Makes about 12 bánh bèo
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tapioca starch can be substituted with cornstarch
- Dried shrimp can be substituted with chopped cooked shrimp or ground pork
Variations:
- Bánh bèo can be topped with other ingredients such as shredded chicken, sliced pork, or chopped peanuts
- The fish sauce mixture can be adjusted to taste by adding more or less sugar, lime juice, or chili sauce
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the batter is smooth and free of lumps before pouring into the bowls
- Grease the bowls well to prevent the bánh bèo from sticking
- Top the bánh bèo with the fish sauce mixture just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy
Storage Instructions:
- Bánh bèo can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Reheating Instructions:
- To reheat, steam the bánh bèo for a few minutes until heated through
Presentation Ideas:
- Arrange the bánh bèo on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs such as cilantro or Thai basil
Garnishes:
- Fried shallots, chopped scallions, chopped peanuts, fresh herbs
Pairings:
- Bánh bèo pairs well with Vietnamese iced coffee or hot tea
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Bánh bèo can be served as an appetizer or snack on its own, but can also be served with other Vietnamese dishes such as phở or bún chả
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the bánh bèo batter is too thick, add a little more water to thin it out
- If the bánh bèo sticks to the bowls, grease the bowls more next time or use silicone molds instead
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the bánh bèo thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses
Food History:
- Bánh bèo is a traditional Vietnamese dish that originated in the central region of Vietnam
Flavor Profiles:
- Bánh bèo has a slightly sweet and savory flavor from the batter and toppings, with a tangy and spicy kick from the fish sauce mixture
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve bánh bèo as a light appetizer or snack, or as part of a larger Vietnamese meal
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Region: Vietnamese