Khao Tom Mud

Khao Tom Mud is a delightful Thai dessert made from sticky rice and mung beans, wrapped in banana leaves, providing a sweet and savory experience. This high-protein treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while nourishing your body.

Ingredients

• Sticky rice - 100 grams
• Mung beans (split) - 50 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Palm sugar - 50 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Banana leaves - 4 pieces (for wrapping)
• Water - 500 ml (for soaking and steaming)

Steps

1. Soak the sticky rice and mung beans separately in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked sticky rice and mung beans, and then steam them together for about 20 minutes until they are cooked and tender.
3. In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, palm sugar, and salt. Heat over low heat until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
4. In a large bowl, mix the steamed sticky rice and mung beans with the coconut milk mixture until well combined.
5. Cut the banana leaves into rectangles (about 30x20 cm) and briefly soften them over a flame or in hot water.
6. Place about 100 grams of the rice and mung bean mixture onto each piece of banana leaf, fold the leaves over to create a package, and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
7. Place the wrapped packages in a steamer and steam for 30-40 minutes until fully cooked.
8. Remove from the steamer, let cool slightly, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from mung beans, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, supporting heart health.

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