Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/4 cup tapioca flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fried shallots
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer basket
- Large mixing bowl
- Non-stick skillet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca flour, salt, and water. Mix well until smooth.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces. Add shrimp, mushrooms, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, and black pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
3. Grease the steamer basket with vegetable oil. Pour a ladleful of the rice flour batter into the steamer basket, swirling it around to create a thin layer. Cover and steam for 1-2 minutes or until the batter is set.
4. Remove the steamed rice flour sheet from the basket and place it on a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter.
5. Spoon the pork and shrimp filling onto the center of each rice flour sheet. Roll it up tightly and cut into bite-sized pieces.
6. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and fried shallots.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
Steaming temperature: 212°F
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 360
Fat: 17g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 18g
Sodium: 790mg
Sugar: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground pork can be substituted with ground chicken or beef.
- Shrimp can be substituted with diced chicken or tofu.
- Mushrooms can be substituted with any other vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, or bean sprouts.
Variations:
- Bánh Cuốn can also be filled with ground pork and wood ear mushrooms.
- Vegetarian Bánh Cuốn can be made by using vegetable broth instead of water and filling it with tofu and vegetables.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the batter is smooth and free of lumps to create a thin and even layer.
- Grease the steamer basket well to prevent the rice flour sheets from sticking.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the filling from sticking to the pan.
Storage instructions:
Bánh Cuốn can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, steam the Bánh Cuốn for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the Bánh Cuốn on a platter and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and fried shallots.
Garnishes:
Green onions, cilantro, and fried shallots.
Pairings:
Bánh Cuốn pairs well with Nuoc Cham dipping sauce and Vietnamese pickles.
Suggested side dishes:
Vietnamese spring rolls and Vietnamese grilled pork.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice flour sheets are too thick, add more water to the batter.
- If the rice flour sheets are too thin and tear easily, reduce the amount of water in the batter.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the pork and shrimp are cooked through to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Bánh Cuốn is a traditional Vietnamese dish that originated in the northern region of Vietnam.
Flavor profiles:
Bánh Cuốn has a delicate and slightly chewy texture with a savory filling of ground pork, shrimp, and mushrooms. It is seasoned with fish sauce, soy sauce, and black pepper.
Serving suggestions:
Serve Bánh Cuốn as a light and healthy appetizer or as a main dish with a side of Vietnamese pickles and Nuoc Cham dipping sauce.
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Region: Vietnamese