Bánh Bò Thốt Nốt

Bánh Bò Thốt Nốt is a delightful Vietnamese steamed cake made with rice flour and infused with the unique flavor of palm sugar. This soft and fluffy dessert is perfect for a light treat and is completely Halal.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Tapioca starch - 30 grams
• Coconut milk - 200 milliliters
• Palm sugar (thốt nốt) - 80 grams
• Yeast - 1 teaspoon
• Warm water - 50 milliliters
• Salt - a pinch
• Vegetable oil - for greasing

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the palm sugar in warm water and add the yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, tapioca starch, and a pinch of salt.
3. Add the frothy yeast mixture and coconut milk to the flour mixture, stirring until smooth and well combined.
4. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the batter rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
5. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a small baking dish or individual ramekins with vegetable oil.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared dish or ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the top is set and slightly golden.
8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in cholesterol, making it heart-friendly.
• Contains coconut milk which may provide healthy fats.

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