🇻🇳 Vietnam · Food
Vietnamese Savory Crepe
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇻🇳 VNA crispy, turmeric-infused pancake filled with shrimp, pork belly, and bean sprouts. Served with fresh herbs and fish sauce dip.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Mix rice flour, turmeric, and coconut milk until smooth to create the batter.
- 2
Slice pork belly into thin strips and prepare shrimp by removing the shells.
- 3
Heat a pan with oil over medium heat and sauté the pork and shrimp until cooked.
- 4
Pour a thin layer of batter over the meat, swirling the pan to coat evenly.
- 5
Add bean sprouts and green onion on one side of the crepe.
- 6
Cover the pan for 2 minutes to steam the sprouts, then remove lid to crisp the base.
- 7
Fold the crepe in half once the edges become golden and crispy.
- 8
Serve hot with fresh lettuce leaves to wrap pieces of the crepe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it gluten-free?+
Yes, because it is made purely with rice flour.
What is the secret to a crispy crepe?+
The batter must be thin, and the pan must be well-oiled and hot before adding it.
Can I replace the pork?+
Yes, chicken or tofu are popular alternatives for this dish.
How do you eat it properly?+
Cut it into segments, wrap it in a fresh lettuce leaf with some herbs, and dip it in fish sauce.
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