Name: Crisp Hoi An Pancakes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup rice flour; 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 5 tablespoons (or more) vegetable oil, divided; 4 ounces small shrimp, peeled, deveined; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 6 scallions, thinly sliced; 4 ounces mung bean sprouts (about 1 cup); Large green-leaf or Bibb lettuce leaves and mixed tender herbs (such as mint, cilantro, and Thai basil; for serving); Nuoc Cham

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Crisp Hoi An PancakesJason Lowe

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