Pizza Bánh Bèo

Pizza Bánh Bèo is a delightful Vietnamese twist on traditional pizza, featuring a soft rice flour base topped with fresh herbs, vegetables, and protein. This healthy dish is not only colorful but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect meal for a light dinner or lunch.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Tapioca starch - 50 grams
• Water - 250 milliliters
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cooked shrimp - 100 grams, chopped
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Bean sprouts - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Chili sauce - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca starch, salt, and water to create a smooth batter.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little vegetable oil to coat the bottom.
3. Pour a ladleful of the batter into the skillet to form a thin layer, swirling to cover the bottom evenly.
4. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the surface is set.
5. Sprinkle a portion of the chopped shrimp, green onions, bean sprouts, and red bell pepper onto the batter.
6. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the toppings are heated through.
7. Gently fold the pizza in half and slide it onto a plate.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and toppings to make a second pizza.
9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges and chili sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from shrimp, promoting muscle health.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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