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Banh Trang Nuong (Vietnamese Grilled Rice Paper Snack)
Banh Trang Nuong is a vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese street food that offers a delightful crunch with every bite. This snack is a perfect blend of contrasting flavors and textures, combining the crispiness of grilled rice paper, the tenderness of shrimp and pork belly, and the freshness of green onions and bean sprouts, all brought together by an irresistible trio of sauces. This recipe, often referred to as 'Vietnamese Pizza', is a testament to the creativity found in street food stalls across Vietnam, particularly in the bustling city of Saigon.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Lime wedges
- 4
- Chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon
- Bean sprouts
- 1 cup
- Green onions
- 2, finely chopped
- Pork belly
- 100 grams, thinly sliced
- Shrimp
- 100 grams, peeled and deveined
- Cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Rice paper
- 4 sheets
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Lightly brush each side of the rice paper sheets with cooking oil. Lay them on the heated grill. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn crispy and lightly browned. Once done, set them aside to cool.
- In a separate pan, heat the remaining cooking oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and pork belly. Cook until they are fully cooked and slightly crispy. This should take around 5-7 minutes.
- Top each grilled rice paper sheet with the cooked shrimp and pork belly, chopped green onions, and bean sprouts. Drizzle with fish sauce, soy sauce, and chili sauce.
- Fold the rice paper sheets in half, akin to a taco, and serve with lime wedges on the side. Squeeze the lime juice over the Banh Trang Nuong just before eating for a tangy kick.
- Enjoy this delicious and unique Vietnamese appetizer or snack!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 300 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 15g • Sodium: 550mg • Sugar: 3g
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