DA NANG SHRIMP AND PORK BANH XEO

Bánh xèo (Vietnamese sizzling pancake) has long been a traditional and familiar dish in the daily life of Vietnamese people. This dish can be found almost everywhere across the S-shaped country. In each region, bánh xèo varies in size, fillings, and dipping sauce. However, regardless of where it is made, bánh xèo always carries a refined and irresistible flavor, captivating food lovers from all over and becoming an iconic dish of Vietnam. In particular, bánh xèo has long been a source of pride for the people of Da Nang.

INGREDIENTS

Da Nang banh xeo captivates diners with its striking golden crust. Like in other regions, great emphasis is placed on the batter, which is why vendors carefully select the flour to ensure the perfect texture.

Inside the crispy golden crust is a filling made from a variety of ingredients. Depending on the eatery, the filling may vary, but Da Nang bánh xèo typically features well-seasoned pork and shrimp, creating a rich and flavorful taste.

Banh xeo is best enjoyed hot, straight from the pan, allowing diners to fully appreciate its delicious flavor. To eat it, place a piece of rice paper in your palm, add fresh herbs and crisp green mango, then take a freshly cut, crispy bánh xèo, wrap it all together, and dip it generously into the sauce.

What makes Da Nang banh xeo even more special is its unique dipping sauce. In addition to the traditional garlic-chili fish sauce, it features a distinctive soy-based sauce that is unlike any other. Each restaurant has its own recipe, but the basic ingredients typically include pork liver, minced meat, peanuts, sesame seeds, and various seasonings.

The thick, rich brown dipping sauce is irresistibly flavorful. Many diners believe that this special sauce is the soul of Da Nang bánh xèo, transforming a well-known national dish into a uniquely delightful experience when enjoyed in Da Nang. The moment you take a bite, you’ll immediately savor its creamy, nutty taste, with a perfect balance of sour, spicy, salty, and sweet flavors dancing on your palate.

ENJOYING THE DISH

Banh xeo can be enjoyed year-round, but it is especially delightful on rainy days or in cool weather. Taking a bite of the crispy, fragrant pancake fills your mouth with an indescribable pleasure. One bite leads to another, and before you know it, you're completely full—yet still craving more.

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