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    Crispy Rice Pancakes

    Bánh Khọt

    4.6₫20k - 60kBest when freshly made and still crisp, usually earlier in the day or during a relaxed lunch break
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    Overview

    Ho Chi Minh City’s crispy, bite-size savory pancake snack

    Bánh khọt are small savory rice flour pancakes, usually cooked in a special molded pan until crisp, then topped with shrimp, scallions, and sometimes mung bean or pork. They are typically served with fresh herbs, lettuce, and sweet-sour fish sauce for wrapping and dipping.
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    What's in it

    • Rice flour
    • Coconut milk
    • Turmeric
    • Shrimp
    • Scallions
    • Bean sprouts
    • Fresh herbs
    • Lettuce
    • Fish sauce
    When to eat

    Best moments to enjoy it

    BreakfastLunchAfternoon Snack

    Best when freshly made and still crisp, usually earlier in the day or during a relaxed lunch break

    The story

    Origin & history

    Bánh khọt is a Southern Vietnamese specialty strongly associated with the Mekong Delta and nearby coastal areas, and it is especially popular in Ho Chi Minh City as a casual street-food snack. In Saigon, it is commonly eaten as a light meal or shared plate rather than a formal restaurant dish.

    At the stall

    How to order & pay

    Ordering

    For a solo diner, order a small portion or a mixed plate if available; say 'một phần bánh khọt tôm' for one shrimp portion, or 'ít dầu' if you want less oil. If you do not eat shellfish, ask whether they have pork or vegetarian versions before ordering.

    Paying

    Many casual stalls still prefer cash, so carry small notes like 20,000-50,000 VND. Some busier city spots accept QR payments or cards, but cash is the safest option for street vendors.

    Good to know

    Allergens, nutrition & health

    Allergens

    Contains shellfish, fish sauce, and may contain coconut; some versions may include egg or pork

    Nutrition & benefits

    Provides protein from shrimp, plus herbs and vegetables for freshness; lighter than many fried dishes when eaten in moderate portions

    Health notes

    Because bánh khọt is fried, it can feel heavy if you eat a large portion. If you have a sensitive stomach, go easy on chili and fermented dipping sauce, and balance it with herbs and lettuce.

    How to eat it

    Wrap each pancake in lettuce with herbs, then dip lightly in fish sauce before eating. Use your hands or chopsticks for wrapping, and eat it soon after serving so the pancake stays crisp.

    Where to eat it

    Best spots in Ho Chi Minh City

    • Bánh khọt Cô Ba Vũng Tàu

      4.5

      40B Trần Cao Vân, Xuân Hòa, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

      Hours
      9:00 AM–9:00 PM
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    • Bánh Khọt Gốc Vú Sữa

      3.2

      14 Nguyễn Trường Tộ, Vũng Tàu, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

      Hours
      7:00 AM–8:00 PM
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