Khanom Khao Niew Khao Tom

Khanom Khao Niew Khao Tom is a delightful Thai dessert that combines the richness of coconut with the chewiness of sticky rice. This sweet treat is wrapped in banana leaves, giving it an authentic flavor and aroma.

Ingredients

• Sticky rice - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 150 ml
• Sugar - 30 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Banana leaves - 2 pieces (for wrapping)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish)

Steps

1. Soak the sticky rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked rice and steam it for about 20 minutes until cooked and translucent.
3. In a saucepan, mix the coconut milk, sugar, and salt, and heat gently until the sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
4. Once the sticky rice is cooked, transfer it to a mixing bowl and pour half of the coconut mixture over it. Stir well to combine and let it sit for 10 minutes.
5. Prepare the banana leaves by cutting them into squares (approximately 20 cm x 20 cm) and briefly steaming them to make them pliable.
6. Place a spoonful of the sticky rice mixture onto the center of each banana leaf square, fold the sides over to create a parcel, and secure with kitchen string or a toothpick.
7. Steam the parcels for an additional 20 minutes, until they are heated through.
8. Serve warm, drizzled with the remaining coconut milk and garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in energy due to its carbohydrate content from sticky rice.
• Coconut milk contains healthy fats that may promote heart health.

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