Bánh Xèo Nghệ An

Bánh Xèo Nghệ An is a delicious Vietnamese pancake made with turmeric and coconut flour, filled with savory pork and mushrooms. This keto-friendly dish is both crispy and flavorful, perfect for a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Coconut flour - 100g
• Eggs - 2 large
• Turmeric powder - 1 tsp
• Unsweetened coconut milk - 200ml
• Pork belly, thinly sliced - 150g
• Shiitake mushrooms, sliced - 50g
• Bean sprouts - 50g
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Fish sauce - 1 tbsp
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Coconut oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine coconut flour, eggs, turmeric powder, and coconut milk. Whisk until smooth and set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat. Add pork belly and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
4. Pour a ladle of the batter into the skillet, swirling to cover the bottom evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to lift.
5. Add a handful of bean sprouts and a sprinkle of green onions on one half of the pancake. Fold the pancake over and cook for an additional 2 minutes until crispy.
6. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and filling ingredients.
7. Serve hot with a drizzle of fish sauce and extra green onions on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 23 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats, promoting satiety.

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