Fried Rice Cake with Meat: A Vietnamese Banh Xeo Twist

Are you looking to add some excitement to your next meal? Look no further than this unique twist on a classic Vietnamese dish – Fried Rice Cake with Meat, also known as Banh Xeo. This savory and crispy dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Let’s dive into the world of Vietnamese cuisine and uncover the secrets of this delicious dish.

Banh Xeo, which translates to “sizzling cake” in Vietnamese, is a popular street food in Vietnam that is loved for its crispy texture and flavorful fillings. Traditionally made with a batter of rice flour, coconut milk, and turmeric powder, Banh Xeo is filled with a variety of ingredients such as pork, shrimp, bean sprouts, and mung beans.

To create this unique twist on Banh Xeo, we will be using a base of fried rice cakes instead of the traditional rice flour batter. The rice cakes add an extra layer of crunch and flavor to the dish, making it a truly unforgettable culinary experience.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of cooked rice, chilled and cubed
• 1/2 pound of pork belly, sliced thinly
• 1/2 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup of bean sprouts
• 1/2 cup of mung beans
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup of fish sauce
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 1/4 cup of oyster sauce
• 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

To start, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced pork belly and cook until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and shallots. Cook until fragrant, then add the chilled rice cubes. Stir fry the rice until it is lightly browned and crispy.

Push the rice to one side of the skillet and add the beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until cooked through, then mix them with the rice. Add the mung beans, bean sprouts, and green onions to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Season the rice mixture with fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked pork belly back to the skillet, along with the shrimp. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.

Remove the skillet from heat and serve the Fried Rice Cake with Meat hot, garnished with extra green onions and a squeeze of lime juice. Enjoy this flavorful and crispy twist on a classic Vietnamese dish!

Whether you’re a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or just looking to try something new, Fried Rice Cake with Meat is a must-try dish. The combination of crispy rice cakes, savory meat, and fresh vegetables is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Give this unique twist on Banh Xeo a try and elevate your next meal to new heights!