A dish that embodies family bonds.

Phan Thiet's banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) is loved for its unique flavor, distinctly different from banh xeo in other regions. So, what makes Phan Thiet's banh xeo so addictive for tourists visiting the beautiful coastal city of Lam Dong?

Phan Thiet-style savory pancake

Phan Thiet-style savory pancakes (Banh Xeo) are made from simple, humble, and rustic ingredients. Like in other places, Phan Thiet pancakes are made from ground rice flour mixed with water, and a little turmeric powder is often added to give them a beautiful golden color. What makes Phan Thiet-style pancakes famous and a favorite among tourists is that each pancake is small, about the size of a palm, with a thin, crispy edge, fragrant and delicious, and you can eat them endlessly without getting tired of them. The filling is usually made mainly from pork, but Phan Thiet-style pancakes have a distinctly seafood flavor, as the filling is special because it mainly uses thinly sliced ​​pork, fresh shrimp, fresh squid, bean sprouts, onions, etc. All the ingredients for the filling are fresh seafood, caught from the sea, so the natural sweetness doesn't need much seasoning to be delicious.

The signature dipping sauce – the most important element that makes Phan Thiet's banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) famous everywhere – is its harmonious blend of salty, sweet, and spicy flavors. Some restaurants add ground peanuts for a rich, aromatic taste that's incredibly addictive. Served with fresh herbs, it enhances the deliciousness of Phan Thiet banh xeo, offering a delightful combination of crispiness and softness. Phan Thiet banh xeo is easily addictive for those who try it for the first time; when craving it, one person can easily eat 5-10 pancakes at once.

Phan Thiet-style savory pancakes are small, about the size of a palm, with thin, crispy edges.

Ms. Minh Anh from Ho Chi Minh City shared that whenever she has the opportunity to travel to Phan Thiet, she must visit the banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) restaurant on Hung Vuong Street, Phu Thuy Ward, Lam Dong Province to satisfy her craving, as it is her favorite dish, and both her husband and two daughters love it. Besides enjoying it at the restaurant, Ms. Minh Anh also takes pictures of this Phan Thiet banh xeo specialty and posts them on Facebook to introduce it to her friends.

The price of banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) in Phan Thiet is quite affordable, ranging from 8,000 to 10,000 VND per pancake depending on the restaurant. Every afternoon, visitors to Phan Thiet can easily find delicious banh xeo to enjoy with family and friends. Many famous banh xeo restaurants include Cay Xoai, Cay Phuong, and Co Muoi…

For the people of Phan Thiet coastal area, banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) is not just a simple dish but also a cherished part of their childhood memories, a dish that brings family togetherness. Ms. Hong Nhung from Phu Thuy ward, Lam Dong province, said: “Whenever my family is together, all we need is a banh xeo pan or oven, the filling ingredients, some herbs, and a bowl of flavorful dipping sauce… and my whole family can sit together, chat lively, and feel the warmth of family.”

For those far from home, Phan Thiet's banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) becomes an unforgettable memory; just hearing it mentioned evokes a feeling of nostalgia and longing. It's not just about the crispy texture or the sweetness of the seafood, but also about the pride of a coastal homeland, where every dish carries the salty taste of the sea breeze and the genuine warmth of its people.

Source: https://baolamdong.vn/mon-an-hoi-tu-tinh-than-404751.html