Cơm Nắm

Cơm Nắm is a delightful Vietnamese rice dish featuring sticky rice shaped into balls and filled with a medley of seasoned vegetables and mushrooms. This vegan recipe offers a unique combination of flavors and textures that celebrate the essence of Vietnamese cuisine.

Ingredients

• glutinous rice - 200 grams
• water - 300 ml
• shiitake mushrooms - 50 grams
• carrot - 1 medium, diced
• green beans - 50 grams, chopped
• soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• salt - 1 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked rice and steam it in a bamboo steamer lined with cheesecloth for about 30 minutes, or until the grains are translucent and sticky.
3. While the rice is steaming, prepare the filling: heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat, add diced carrot and chopped green beans, and sauté for 5 minutes until tender.
4. Add the shiitake mushrooms to the pan and sauté for another 3 minutes. Then, pour in the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine. Cook for 2 more minutes and remove from heat.
5. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and let it cool slightly until it is manageable to touch.
6. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then take a handful of rice and flatten it in your palm. Place about a tablespoon of the vegetable filling in the center and mold the rice around it to form a ball. Repeat until all rice and filling are used.
7. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro on top of the rice balls before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Low in cholesterol and saturated fats, making it heart-healthy.

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