Recipe of Bánh Cuốn
Bánh Cuốn, a Vietnamese delicacy, is a delicately steamed rice noodle roll filled with seasoned ground pork, wood ear mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. Served with a side of nuoc mam dipping sauce, these rolls offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making them a popular dish in Vietnamese cuisine.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
60 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Intermediate
Category
Appetizer
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice flour
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cooked and seasoned ground pork
- 1/4 cup wood ear mushrooms, soaked and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fried shallots
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup bean sprouts
- 12-15 sheets of rice paper
- Nuoc mam (fish sauce) for dipping
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Instructions:
- Prepare the Rice Batter: In a bowl, mix rice flour, water, and salt to form a thin batter. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook Filling: Cook ground pork with seasoning until fully cooked. Add soaked and chopped wood ear mushrooms, fried shallots, cilantro, and bean sprouts. Mix well.
- Steam Rice Sheets: On a steamer tray, ladle a thin layer of the rice batter and steam for about 2 minutes, or until it sets into a thin, translucent sheet.
- Assemble Bánh Cuốn: Lay a sheet of rice paper flat, place a spoonful of the filling in the center, and roll it up tightly.
- Serve: Arrange the Bánh Cuốn on a plate, garnish with extra herbs, and serve with nuoc mam sauce on the side.
- Enjoy the delicate flavors of homemade Bánh Cuốn!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Bánh Cuốn and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Bánh Cuốn to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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