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Banh Flan

Bánh Flan Recipe (Vietnamese Crème Caramel Flan)

Banh flan is the Vietnamese interpretation of crème caramel flan, a popular treat worldwide with a creamy and soft texture. Grab your tools to start making this flan at home.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Keyword: Banh Flan, Vietnamese Crème Caramel Flan
Level of Difficulty: Medium
Dietary Preference: Gluten-free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 177kcal

Equipment

  • Steamer (or cooking pot)
  • Ladle
  • Mold
  • Sieve
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Aluminum Foil

Ingredients

  • 10 chicken eggs
  • 16.9 ounces sugar-free milk
  • 5.07 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 6.34 ounces sugar
  • 0.35 ounces vanilla powder
  • 3.5 ounces ginger and lime juice
  • Optional fruits
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Instructions 

  • Extract 5 egg yolks to combine with another 5 whole eggs.
    Prepare The Egg Mixture
  • Use a whisk or fork to mix the egg thoroughly for 2 - 3 minutes.
    Use A Whisk To Mix The Egg
  • Make the caramel sauce by heating 16.9 ounces of sugar over medium heat and wait until the sugar turns brown.
    Gradually incorporate the ginger and lime juice mixture into the caramel and adjust the consistency so the sauce is not too liquidy.
    Make The Caramel Sauce
  • Transfer the caramel sauce to a tray and spread it evenly. Chill the sauce in the refrigerator to solidify the caramel.
    Pour The Caramel Sauce Into A Tray
  • Prepare a mixture of sweetened condensed milk, vanilla powder, and sugar-free milk over a low heat of 680°F - 860°F. Remember to stir the mixture.
    Prepare The Milk Mixture
  • After cooling the milk mix, run the egg blend through a sieve to combine with the milk.
    Stir to combine the egg and milk blends.
    Banh Flan Step 3 Prepare The Milk Mixture
  • Proceed to sieve the egg and milk mixture again into your caramel tray for a smoother texture.
    Pour The Mixture Through the Sieve
  • Cover the tray with aluminum foil to prevent water from entering.
    Cover the Tray Tightly With Aluminum Foil
  • Steam the flan mixture for around 40 minutes at the lowest boiling temperature.
    Make sure not to let the water come in contact with the tray if you’re using a regular cooking pot. Ideally, you want to elevate the tray with a base (use a bowl) to steam the flan.
    Also, you need to open the lid 2 or 3 times during cooking to clean off the water condensed over the surface.
    Place The Tray Into Your Cooking
  • Chill the flan before serving.
    Banh Flan Step 3 Prepare The Milk Mixture1
  • Use a knife to run around the flan’s edge and place a plate over the tray.
    Flip the tray, and the flan will fall off nicely over the plate. Serve Banh Flan with your favorite fruits.
    Present the Banh Flan

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Notes

  • The recipe is based on 4 servings.
  • You can also change the recipe’s sweetness to adapt the recipe better with your chosen fruits.
  • Before adding the caramel sauce to the tray, I suggest buttering the surface to make it easier to remove the flan after cooking.
  • You can also use a rice cooker to make Banh flan, although it’s hard to control the temperature and the final texture of the recipe.
  • Another option for cooking is by using an air fryer or an oven with water in the tray surrounding the elevated flan mold. Cook at a temperature of 356°F/180°C for 20 - 30 minutes.
  • Try different fruits and sauces for different experiences.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 410mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 617IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 2mg