Mieng Kham

Mieng Kham is a delightful Thai snack that combines fresh herbs, roasted peanuts, and a tangy sauce, all wrapped in vibrant betel leaves. This vegan dish offers a burst of flavors and textures, making it a perfect appetizer or light snack.

Ingredients

• Betel leaves - 10 leaves
• Fresh ginger - 20 grams, finely chopped
• Shallots - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Roasted peanuts - 40 grams, chopped
• Dried shrimp (vegan substitute like coconut flakes) - 20 grams
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Coconut sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh mint leaves - 10 leaves, for garnish
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped, for garnish

Steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients by washing the betel leaves, chopping the ginger, shallots, and cilantro, and chopping the roasted peanuts.
2. In a small bowl, mix the coconut sugar, soy sauce, and chili flakes to create a dipping sauce.
3. Lay out the betel leaves on a clean surface, and place a small amount of ginger, shallots, chopped peanuts, and coconut flakes on each leaf.
4. Drizzle a bit of the dipping sauce over the filling on each leaf.
5. Fold the betel leaves over the filling like a package, and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
6. Serve the wrapped Mieng Kham with lime wedges and garnish with mint leaves and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh herbs and lime.
• Provides healthy fats from peanuts, supporting heart health.

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