Khao Niew Khao Niew Moo

Khao Niew Khao Niew Moo is a delightful Thai breakfast that combines sticky rice with tender marinated pork, creating a comforting and flavorful start to the day. This dish is not only delicious but also provides a great balance of carbohydrates and protein, perfect for energizing your morning.

Ingredients

• Sticky rice - 200 grams
• Pork shoulder, thinly sliced - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• White pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the sticky rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight, then drain.
2. In a bowl, mix the sliced pork with soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and white pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Steam the soaked sticky rice in a bamboo steamer or a rice cooker for about 25-30 minutes until fully cooked and sticky.
4. While the rice is cooking, heat a pan over medium heat and add the marinated pork. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
5. In a small saucepan, heat the coconut milk over low heat until warm, then remove from heat.
6. To serve, place a portion of sticky rice on a plate, top with the cooked pork, drizzle with warm coconut milk, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the pork, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk that can provide energy.

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