Khao Niew Kua Pad

Khao Niew Kua Pad is a deliciously unique Thai sticky rice dish stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, offering a delightful balance of flavors. This gluten-free dish is perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice - 200 grams
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green beans - 100 grams, chopped
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked rice and steam it in a bamboo or metal steamer for about 20 minutes until cooked and sticky.
3. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
4. Add the julienned carrot and sliced bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
5. Stir in the chopped green beans and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Add the cooked sticky rice to the skillet, mixing well with the vegetables.
7. Pour in the coconut milk, gluten-free soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
9. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 80 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk.

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