Banh Xeo Hoi An – It’s As Tasty As It Looks!RestaurantsUpdated on Dec 1, 2019 View more like this | Visit Vietnam, UN | Contact Opera Garden Restaurant |
Hoi An is famous for its quiet beauty, stunning beaches, beautiful ancient city lit by colorful lanterns, and its unstoppable food. This combination makes Hoi A destination of choice for both travelers looking for a relaxing vacation, and foodies on the hunt for their next taste sensations. In addition to the well-known title of "Ancient City," Hoi An is also known as "the sky of Vietnamese cakes." There are many different types of cake you can try here. One of the specialties is Hoi An's version of Vietnam's famous pancake - "Banh xeo Hoi An."
Vietnamese pancake - banh xeo - is one of the most popular dishes in Vietnam. We first mentioned in our blog post, Where to Find the Best Bhe Xeo in Saigon, that due to geographical differences in cooking styles and spices in Vietnam, banh xeo can have many different regional interpretations. Southern, Northern, or Central style banh xeo all have different variations to meet local tastes. And today, I'll give you a tour of the deliciousness of banh xeo from Hoi An. Make sure you are not hungry reading this article, or you may just have to book your ticket to Hoi An.
Banh Xeo Saigon and Banh Xeo Hoi An - What is the difference?
The Vietnamese pancake (banh xeo) from the South is considered the oldest version of the dish, which is why Saigon style banh xeo is a great example compared to the Hoi A style banh xeo. While xh banh in Saigon is enormous, the Hoi A version is small. You could say that it actually matches the typical small details that make Hoi An special: small lanterns, small houses, and small alleys. The yellow color of the pancake, which reflects the good color of everything else in Hoi An, will lure you to the right of way. For a better understanding of how different they are, let's take a look at the chart below:
When and how to eat banh xeo in Hoi An
Well, you might be wondering why we put an "air" here. If you've been watching our Street Feast series you know by now, that food tastes even more delicious when you eat it like locals do. Number one should you be hungry (but don't starve or you will devour the dish instead of enjoying it.) Number two is the atmosphere you expect. Some will want a peaceful bar on the beach watching the sunset; others just need proper seats and amazing friends.
And Number Three is the weather. You need at least nine pans to operate a small restaurant. This means it is still very hot to sit inside and eat. This explains why this is the ideal dish to enjoy in the cold in the winter (November to February) or in the rainy season (September to October). It's a delicious excuse to travel to Hoi An, even when people tell you it's raining.
Like bh xeo food in Saigon, banh xeo Hoi An is best eaten when it is hot and fresh from the pan. If banh xeo Saigon was loved because of the spicy fish sauce and lettuce leaves rolled up the paper, then Hoi An's version is proud of its peanut sauce and the fresh herbs of Tra Que, the vegetable village in the area.
First, let's pick a piece of rice paper and wet it with care. Then place vegetables with a piece of banero xero in it. Roll it tightly and dip it in the peanut sauce. And don't forget the Vietnamese (or Vietnamese Kimchi) sailors. Mash of moist rice paper and crispy bh xeo blended together, combined with the greens and cream, the shingle sauce will create a blast to your taste. Now let’s take another bite and enjoy it.
Where to find the best banh xeo in Hoi An
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 is locally run with chairs and tables right in the front yard. The open kitchens allow you to sneak a peek at the special skills of making banh xeo. You can even try to do it yourself! The banh xeo is served warm with a warm smile from the owner. You will also notice that the tissues here are square in shape. This is unique for central Vietnam. They are very different to the wet tissues you find in Saigon. As they are a little tougher than a normal tissue, I think you could maybe even use the one down note. So useful, right?
Vietnamese pancake - banh xeo - is one of the most popular dishes in Vietnam. We first mentioned in our blog post, Where to Find the Best Bhe Xeo in Saigon, that due to geographical differences in cooking styles and spices in Vietnam, banh xeo can have many different regional interpretations. Southern, Northern, or Central style banh xeo all have different variations to meet local tastes. And today, I'll give you a tour of the deliciousness of banh xeo from Hoi An. Make sure you are not hungry reading this article, or you may just have to book your ticket to Hoi An.
Banh Xeo Saigon and Banh Xeo Hoi An - What is the difference?
The Vietnamese pancake (banh xeo) from the South is considered the oldest version of the dish, which is why Saigon style banh xeo is a great example compared to the Hoi A style banh xeo. While xh banh in Saigon is enormous, the Hoi A version is small. You could say that it actually matches the typical small details that make Hoi An special: small lanterns, small houses, and small alleys. The yellow color of the pancake, which reflects the good color of everything else in Hoi An, will lure you to the right of way. For a better understanding of how different they are, let's take a look at the chart below:
When and how to eat banh xeo in Hoi An
Well, you might be wondering why we put an "air" here. If you've been watching our Street Feast series you know by now, that food tastes even more delicious when you eat it like locals do. Number one should you be hungry (but don't starve or you will devour the dish instead of enjoying it.) Number two is the atmosphere you expect. Some will want a peaceful bar on the beach watching the sunset; others just need proper seats and amazing friends.
And Number Three is the weather. You need at least nine pans to operate a small restaurant. This means it is still very hot to sit inside and eat. This explains why this is the ideal dish to enjoy in the cold in the winter (November to February) or in the rainy season (September to October). It's a delicious excuse to travel to Hoi An, even when people tell you it's raining.
Like bh xeo food in Saigon, banh xeo Hoi An is best eaten when it is hot and fresh from the pan. If banh xeo Saigon was loved because of the spicy fish sauce and lettuce leaves rolled up the paper, then Hoi An's version is proud of its peanut sauce and the fresh herbs of Tra Que, the vegetable village in the area.
First, let's pick a piece of rice paper and wet it with care. Then place vegetables with a piece of banero xero in it. Roll it tightly and dip it in the peanut sauce. And don't forget the Vietnamese (or Vietnamese Kimchi) sailors. Mash of moist rice paper and crispy bh xeo blended together, combined with the greens and cream, the shingle sauce will create a blast to your taste. Now let’s take another bite and enjoy it.
Where to find the best banh xeo in Hoi An
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 is locally run with chairs and tables right in the front yard. The open kitchens allow you to sneak a peek at the special skills of making banh xeo. You can even try to do it yourself! The banh xeo is served warm with a warm smile from the owner. You will also notice that the tissues here are square in shape. This is unique for central Vietnam. They are very different to the wet tissues you find in Saigon. As they are a little tougher than a normal tissue, I think you could maybe even use the one down note. So useful, right?
