Banh Xeo

Banh Xeo - Hoi An

The difference between the banh xeo made in hoi an and ho chi minh city is the size and toppings. Hoi ans are bite size and can easily be made into a springroll, while in Ho Chi Minh City, they are twice the size of a plate folded over. Also, Banh Xeo in Hoi An are wrapped up in rice paper and stuffed with greens, while the Ho Chi Minh City Banh Xeo are torn into bits and wrapped in lettuce leaves. The sauces also differ with Saigons being a light clear fish like sauce and Hoi An's being a peanut like hot sauce.