Banh Xeo Hoi An – It’s As Tasty As It Looks!

Hoi An is known for its tranquil beauty, stunning beaches, the magnificent ancient city illuminated by its colorful lanterns and its irresistible food. This combination makes Hoi An the destination of choice for both travelers looking for a relaxing vacation and hunting for their next taste of food. In addition to the well-known title "Ancient City", Hoi An is also known as "The Sky of Vietnamese Cakes". There are many different types of cakes you can try here. One of the specialties is Hoi An's version of Vietnam's most famous pancake - "Banh xeo Hoi An." tripadvisors restaurants
Vietnamese pancake - banh xeo - is one of the most popular dishes in Vietnam. We mentioned first in our blog post, Where We Find the Best Banh Xeo in Saigon, that due to geographical differences in cooking styles and spices in Vietnam, banh xeo can have many different regional interpretations. The southern, northern or central banh xeo styles have different variations to satisfy the local flavors. And today, I'll give you a tour of the delicious banh xeo by Hoi An. Make sure you are not hungry to read this article, or you may just need to book your Hoi An tickets. vegetarian restaurant hanoi
Banh Xeo Saigon and Banh Xeo Hoi An - What are the differences?
South Vietnamese (banh xeo) cake is considered the oldest version of the dish, which is why banh xeo shingle is a good example to compare with Hoi An style banh xeo. While the banh xeo in Saigon is huge, the Hoi A version is tiny. You could say that it really fits in with the typical tiny details that make Hoi An special: tiny lanterns, tiny houses and tiny alleys. The pancake's yellow color, reflecting the charming color of everything else in Hoi An, will lure you on the right track. For a better understanding of how different they are, let's take a look at the table below:good restaurants near me
When and how to eat banh xeo in Hoi An

Well, you might be wondering why we put a "when" here. If you follow the Street Feast range you know so far, the meals taste even more delicious when you eat them like the locals. Number one should be hungry (but not starving or devouring the dish instead of enjoying it.) The second is the atmosphere you expect. Some will want a tranquil beach bar to watch the sunset. others only need suitable places with great friends.restaurants near me

And the third is the weather. You need at least nine pans to operate a small restaurant. This means that it is always very hot to sit in and eat. This explains why this is the perfect dish to enjoy in the cold of winter (November-February) or in the rainy season (September-October). It's a great excuse to travel to Hoi An, even when they tell you it's raining there.

Like banh xeo in Saigon, banh xeo Hoi An is best eaten when it is warm and fresh outside the pan. If banh xeo Saigon loves its spicy fish sauce and tropical lettuce paper, then Hoi An's version boasts peanut sauce and fresh herbs from Tra Que, the local herbal village.

First, let's take a piece of rice paper and dip it carefully. Then put veggies and a bit of banh xeo in it. Wrap it tight and then dip it in the peanut sauce. And don't forget Vietnamese pickles (or Vietnamese Kimchi). The pastry of wet rice paper and crunchy banh xeo blend together, in combination with greens and creamy walnut sauce will create a burst of flavor in your mouth. Now let's take another bite and enjoy it.

Where to find the best banh xeo in Hoi An french restaurant
Hai Son Vietnamese Pancake Restaurant has been operating for ten years and is a must-try place for banh xeo in Hoi An. The restaurant operates locally with chairs and tables right in their backyard. Their open kitchen allows you to glance at their special abilities to make banh xeo. You can even try to do it yourself! The banh xeo is served warm by the owner with a warm smile. You will also notice that the webs here are square. This is unique in central Vietnam. It's very different from the wet tissue you get in Saigon. Because it's a little harder than a regular web, I think you could probably use someone to take notes. So useful, right?