Dairy-Free Banh Hoi (Vietnamese Rice Vermicelli Cakes)

Discover the delicate art of crafting Dairy-Free Banh Hỏi, a traditional Vietnamese delicacy featuring soft, lattice-like rice vermicelli cakes brushed with fragrant scallion oil. This recipe is a delightful balance of textures and flavors, with crisp lettuce leaves and vibrant fresh herbs like mint, cilantro, and basil accompanying each tender bite. The dish is paired with a zesty dipping sauce made from fish sauce, lime juice, and a hint of chili heat, elevating every wrap to a mouthwatering experience. Quick to prepare and wholly dairy-free, this recipe is perfect for light lunches or as a showstopping appetizer for your next meal gathering. Embrace the authentic flavors of Vietnam with this elegant and satisfying dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams rice vermicelli sheets
• 5 stalks scallions
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 medium red chili
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 head lettuce leaves
• 1 bunch fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat.

Step 2

Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and submerge the rice vermicelli sheets for 3-4 minutes until they are soft but not mushy.

Step 3

Drain the vermicelli sheets and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set them aside.

Step 4

Finely chop the scallions and separate the white and green parts.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the white part of the scallions to the oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the green parts of the scallions. Set this scallion oil aside.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the water, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, chopped red chili, and lime juice to create a dipping sauce.

Step 9

To serve, lay out the cooked rice vermicelli sheets on a serving platter.

Step 10

Brush the scallion oil over the tops of the vermicelli sheets.

Step 11

Separate lettuce leaves and rinse them along with the fresh herbs.

Step 12

Arrange the lettuce leaves and herbs alongside the Banh Hoi.

Step 13

Serve immediately, allowing each person to wrap the vermicelli and herbs in the lettuce leaves, dipping in the sauce as they eat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1563.3

Total Fat 55.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2727.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 31.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 388.4mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1873.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.3%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 60.9%