Bánh khọt

A bright yellow shell, crunchy to the bite, hiding a soft coconut milk center. The grilled shrimp on top brings the taste of the sea, balanced by fresh herbs and the acidity of the dipping sauce.

• Prep time: 30 min
• Cook time: 20 min
• Difficulty: Medium
• Calories: 715
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 74 g
• Fat: 37 g

Ingredients

• 250 g Rice flour
• 1 tsp turmeric ( powdered )
• 200 ml Coconut milk
• 300 ml Mineral water
• 12 piece Shrimp ( peeled )
• 50 g mung beans ( steamed )
• 2 piece Spring onion, sauté/poêlé sans matière grasse ( chopped )
• 100 ml Peanut oil
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 piece Citrus aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle. ( juiced )
• 2 tbsp White sugar
• 1 piece Garlic ( minced )
• 1 piece Thai chili optional ( thinly sliced )
• 1 piece Butterhead lettuce ( whole leaves )
• 1 piece Mint ( leaves only )
• 30 g Dried shrimp ( ground into powder )

Instructions

1. Batter preparation

   In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Pour in coconut milk and mineral water. Whisk until smooth and lump-free. Let rest for 30 minutes: the flour needs to hydrate to ensure crispiness.

2. Toppings preparation

   Peel the shrimp. Finely chop the green onion. Blend the dried shrimp into a powder. Prepare the sauce by mixing fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced Thai chili. The sugar must be completely dissolved.

3. Cooking the pancakes

   Heat the pancake pan with a layer of peanut oil in each hole. When the oil sizzles, pour the batter two-thirds full. Add a shrimp and some mung beans in the center. Cover for 2 to 3 minutes.

4. Finishing and crispiness

   Remove the lid. Cook until the edges are golden and pull away from the sides. The base should be dry and crispy, while the top remains soft. Sprinkle with dried shrimp powder and green onion.

Chef's tips

• Don't skimp on the oil; it's what creates that lacy, crunchy crust.
• The mold must be piping hot before pouring the batter to prevent sticking.

Storage

Eat immediately. Bánh khọt loses its crunch as it cools down.