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Xoi Xeo

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Xôi xéo is a Vietnamese sticky-rice dish associated especially with Hanoi and northern Vietnam, where it is commonly eaten as a breakfast or street-food meal. Glutinous rice is cooked until tender and given its yellow color with turmeric, then combined with finely prepared mung beans and usually finished with fried shallots and a little savory oil or fat.

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What is Xoi Xeo made from?

Xoi Xeo is made from steamed glutinous rice topped with savory mung bean paste and crispy fried shallots. It is commonly eaten as a Vietnamese breakfast or street-food meal.

Why is Xoi Xeo yellow?

The sticky rice is commonly colored with turmeric before steaming, giving it a bright yellow appearance. The pale mung bean paste and browned shallots create a contrasting topping.

Is Xoi Xeo sweet or savory?

The classic street-food version is savory, with mung beans, fried shallots, and sometimes additional toppings such as shredded chicken. It is different from sweet sticky-rice dishes that use coconut, fruit, or sugar as the main flavor.

How are the mung beans and shallots prepared for Xoi Xeo?

The mung beans are cooked until tender and mashed or formed into a soft paste. Shallots are sliced and fried separately until crisp, then scattered over the warm sticky rice just before serving.

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