Bánh Cuốn Tôm

Bánh Cuốn Tôm is a delicate Vietnamese dish featuring thin rice flour crepes filled with seasoned shrimp and served with a flavorful dipping sauce. This dairy-free seafood delight is light yet satisfying, making it perfect for a fresh meal.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Tapioca starch - 30 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 200 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Shallots, minced - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Mint leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chili sauce (optional) - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca starch, water, and salt to make a smooth batter. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
2. In a pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and shallots, sautéing until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp, black pepper, and a pinch of salt to the pan. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a non-stick skillet, lightly grease the surface and heat over medium-low. Pour in a ladleful of the batter, swirling to create a thin layer. Cook for about 2 minutes or until the edges lift and the surface looks set.
5. Place a spoonful of the shrimp mixture on one side of the crepe, then carefully roll it up. Transfer to a plate and cover with a damp cloth to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter and filling.
6. To serve, place the rolled bánh cuốn on a plate, garnished with lettuce, cilantro, and mint. Prepare a dipping sauce by mixing soy sauce and lime juice in a small bowl. Add chili sauce to taste, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Low in saturated fat, making it a heart-healthy option.

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