Khanom Khaek

Khanom Khaek is a delightful Thai snack featuring a crispy coconut pancake topped with a sweet, creamy custard. This unique treat offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor, making it a beloved street food in Thailand.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 50 grams
• Tapioca starch - 30 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 milliliters
• Water - 100 milliliters
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Eggs - 2 large
• Pandan leaf extract - 1 teaspoon (for coloring, optional)
• Grated coconut - 50 grams (for topping)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for topping, optional)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, tapioca starch, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the coconut milk and water to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy, then add them to the batter, mixing well.
4. If using, add the pandan leaf extract for color and mix until evenly distributed.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
6. Pour a ladleful of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly to form a thin pancake.
7. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden brown, then sprinkle some grated coconut on top.
8. Cover the pancake with a lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the coconut is set.
9. Remove the pancake and repeat with the remaining batter.
10. Serve warm, optionally garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Provides quick energy due to its carbohydrate content.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut, which can support heart health.

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