Burmese Husband and Wife Snack X Banh Khot

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/4 cups rice flour
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tbsp glutinous rice flour
  • 1 tsp yeast
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 3 cups water

Toppings:

  • 8 peeled shrimp
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup sprouted boiled yellow peas (or green peas if unavailable)
  • Scallions
  • Fried shallots
  • Garam masala
  • Toasted ground sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients. Gradually whisk in water until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  2. Let the batter rest for 30–60 minutes to allow the yeast to activate.
  3. After resting, stir the batter again. The consistency should be slightly thick but pourable—not too watery or stiff.
  4. Heat a pan on high and lightly brush oil into each slot.
  5. Reduce heat to medium, pour batter into the pan slots, and immediately add toppings. Cover the pan and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Remove the lid and cook for another 3–4 minutes, or until the bottoms are crispy and the shrimp are fully cooked.
  7. Garnish with scallions, fried shallots, garam masala, and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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