Low Carb Vietnamese Banh Xeo Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Quick Easy
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Low Carb Vietnamese Banh Xeo
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Description

These savory crepes offer a delightful culinary experience, reminiscent of classic Vietnamese street food. Imagine a delicate, golden-yellow crepe, crispy around the edges yet tender in the center, hinting at the subtle sweetness of coconut and the earthy warmth of turmeric. The batter, skillfully blended to a smooth consistency, transforms into a lacy veil on a hot pan, promising a satisfyingly light yet flavorful base for the vibrant filling.

Each crepe is generously filled with a medley of textures and tastes. Succulent shrimp, finely chopped, provides a burst of oceanic freshness, while crisp bean sprouts offer a delightful crunch. Shredded red cabbage adds a vibrant color and a slightly sweet, earthy note, complementing the other ingredients.

The combination creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that dance on the palate. To complete this culinary creation, a vibrant dipping sauce is essential. A traditional Vietnamese dipping sauce, made from a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory notes, is the perfect accompaniment.

Alternatively, a drizzle of tamari offers a savory umami richness that enhances the overall flavor profile. Fresh herbs, such as fragrant mint and cilantro, provide a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the crepe and filling. Crisp lettuce leaves offer a cool, refreshing wrap, allowing you to enjoy each bite as a complete and satisfying experience.

The key to achieving the perfect crepe lies in the technique. A hot non-stick pan is crucial to prevent sticking and ensure a crispy edge. The batter should sizzle immediately upon contact, indicating the ideal temperature.

Quick and deft movements are needed to spread the batter thinly and evenly, creating a delicate, lacy crepe. Similarly, efficient filling and folding techniques are essential to maintain the crepe's integrity and prevent it from becoming soggy. The result is a visually appealing and incredibly delicious dish that is sure to impress.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
40 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 servings (2 crepes each) serving
C
Calories
450 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
5 g
Sugar
5 g

P
Protein
25 g

C
Fats
35 g
Saturated Fats 10 g
Unsaturated Fats 20 g

Cholestrol 150 mg
Sodium 600 mg
Potassium 400 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Raw Egg
    Raw Egg
    6 large
    2.
    Cream Cheese
    Cream Cheese
    6 ounce
    3.
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum by Bob's Red Mill
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum by Bob's Red Mill
    ⅛ teaspoon
    4.
    Coconut Milk
    Coconut Milk
    3 tablespoon
    5.
    Turmeric Powder Curcuma Spices by Teja
    Turmeric Powder Curcuma Spices by Teja
    1 teaspoon
    6.
    Coconut Flour
    Coconut Flour
    2-½ tablespoon
    7.
    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton
    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton
    ⅛ tsp
    8.
    Onion
    Onion
    1 small
    9.
    Shrimp
    Shrimp
    1 pound
    10.
    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton
    Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton
    ⅛ tsp
    11.
    Red Cabbage
    Red Cabbage
    6 ounce
    12.
    Bean Sprouts
    Bean Sprouts
    1-½ cup
    13.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    1 tablespoon, chopped
    14.
    Fish Sauce (nam Pla Or Nuoc Mam)
    Fish Sauce (nam Pla Or Nuoc Mam)
    2 tablespoon
    15.
    Lime Juice Raw
    Lime Juice Raw
    2 tablespoon
    16.
    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve
    The Ultimate Icing Sugar Replacement by Swerve
    2 tablespoon
    17.
    Water
    Water
    4 tablespoon
    18.
    Spearmint, Fresh
    Spearmint, Fresh
    ⅓ cup
    19.
    Cilantro
    Cilantro
    ⅓ cup, chopped

Instructions

    1.
    Add eggs, cream cheese, xanthan gum, coconut milk, turmeric powder, coconut flour, and 1/8 tsp kosher salt to a blender cup.
    2.
    Blend with a stick blender until smooth. Alternatively, you can use a small blender like a Ninja. Allow batter to sit for a couple of minutes to thicken.
    3.
    In the meantime, chop the raw shrimp. Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add julienned onion and chopped shrimp. Cook until shrimp is pink. Remove meat to a bowl and set aside.
    4.
    Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
    5.
    Add 2 tbsp of batter to the center of the pan. The batter should immediately sizzle in the hot skillet. If it doesn’t the pan is not hot enough and the batter will stick. Gently swirl the batter in the pan to make a thin uniform circle.
    6.
    Immediately add the shrimp, bean sprouts and red cabbage.
    7.
    Using a heatproof spatula, get under the crepe and then use your fingers to gently lift the crepe over the filling to make a half-circle. Place the spatula on top of the crepe and invert the skillet to place the crepe onto the spatula and then gently scoot the filled crepe onto a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter and filling.
    8.
    To prepare the fish sauce, add remaining fish sauce, lime juice, Swerve, and warm water together in a small mixing bowl. Mix well to dissolve the sugar. Add 1 tbsp minced garlic and stir again to combine.
    9.
    Serve each crepe with lettuce, fresh mint, fresh cilantro, and fish sauce to dip the crepe into.