Khanom Kluai

Khanom Kluai is a delightful Thai dessert made from steamed banana and rice flour, resulting in a soft and chewy texture. This vegetarian treat is naturally sweetened and often enjoyed as a snack or dessert.

Ingredients

• ripe bananas - 2 medium
• rice flour - 100 grams
• coconut milk - 100 ml
• sugar - 30 grams
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• banana leaves (for steaming) - 2 pieces

Steps

1. Prepare the banana leaves by cutting them into squares, approximately 15x15 cm, and briefly steaming them to make them pliable.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
3. Add the rice flour, coconut milk, sugar, salt, and baking powder to the mashed bananas, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
4. Place a square of banana leaf in a small cup or ramekin and pour the batter into it, filling it about three-quarters full.
5. Repeat for the remaining batter, then place the filled cups in a steamer.
6. Steam over boiling water for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before serving. You can serve them warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in potassium from bananas, which supports heart health.
• Contains fiber from rice flour and bananas, aiding digestion.

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