Khanom Khao Niew Khao Niew

Khanom Khao Niew Khao Niew is a delightful Thai dessert featuring layers of sweet coconut sticky rice and a creamy coconut topping. This dish offers a perfect balance of sweetness and richness, making it a beloved treat for coconut lovers.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice - 100g
• Coconut milk - 200ml
• Sugar - 50g
• Salt - 1/4 tsp
• Tapioca starch - 1 tbsp
• Water - 100ml
• Sesame seeds - 1 tbsp (for garnish)

Steps

1. Soak the glutinous rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the rice and steam it for about 30 minutes until fully cooked and sticky.
3. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then reserve 1/4 cup of this mixture for topping.
4. Mix the cooked sticky rice with the remaining coconut milk mixture until well combined.
5. In a small bowl, mix tapioca starch with 100ml of water until smooth, then add it to the reserved coconut milk mixture. Cook over low heat until it thickens slightly.
6. In small serving bowls or molds, layer the sticky rice first, pressing it down gently, followed by a layer of the thickened coconut milk mixture.
7. Steam the layered dessert for an additional 10 minutes to set.
8. Once done, let it cool slightly before garnishing with sesame seeds and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that can aid in heart health.
• Glutinous rice is a good source of energy and can help promote feelings of fullness.

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