Home cooking attempt — Banh Xeo from scratch

I spent an afternoon making Banh Xeo from scratch following a traditional recipe. Getting fish sauce right was the main challenge — it's not as straightforward as it looks. The subtly sweet and spiced result was rewarding once I got it right.

Vietnamese cuisine shows French colonial influence alongside traditional Southeast Asian techniques. I served it with lime soda as the recipe suggested and the pairing made sense. It took longer than I expected but the outcome was genuinely satisfying. Making Banh Xeo yourself gives you a new appreciation for what goes into it at a restaurant.