Khanom Pha Khao

Khanom Pha Khao is a delightful Thai dessert made from a blend of coconut and rice flour, steamed to perfection. This colorful treat is not only visually appealing but also offers a harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pandan leaves - 2 (for flavor and coloring)
• Tapioca starch - 30 grams
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca starch, sugar, and salt.
2. In a saucepan, heat coconut milk and water together until warm, then add to the dry mixture and stir until smooth.
3. Blend in the pandan leaves to infuse flavor and color, then strain the mixture to remove leaf pieces.
4. Pour half of the mixture into a greased steaming dish and steam for 10 minutes.
5. Remove from steam, add the remaining mixture on top, and steam for another 20 minutes until set.
6. Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from rice flour, aiding digestion.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that can boost energy levels.

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