Chè Bánh Bột Nếp

Chè Bánh Bột Nếp is a delightful Vietnamese dessert made from glutinous rice flour, offering a chewy texture and a sweet, fragrant coconut milk sauce. This healthy dish is often enjoyed during festive occasions and brings a taste of traditional Vietnamese flavors to your table.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice flour - 100 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Sugar - 30 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Mung beans (cooked and mashed) - 50 grams
• Sesame seeds (toasted) - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and water, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into small pieces and shape them into round balls, about 2 cm in diameter.
3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and gently drop the dough balls into the boiling water.
4. Cook the balls until they float to the surface, which takes about 5-7 minutes, then remove them and set aside.
5. In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt, heating gently until the sugar dissolves.
6. In serving bowls, place a few of the cooked dough balls, add a spoonful of the mashed mung beans, and pour the coconut milk mixture over the top.
7. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Glutinous rice flour provides energy and is gluten-free.
• Coconut milk contains healthy fats and can aid in digestion.

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