Steamed Rice Dip
Description
This traditional Southeast Asian dessert features soft, fragrant steamed rice infused with pandan leaves and enriched with thick coconut milk. The dish is typically served with a warm, sweet palm sugar syrup that soaks into the rice squares, creating a delightful contrast between the chewy texture and the rich, creamy sauce. It is an ideal treat for afternoon tea or as a sweet ending to a meal. Simple ingredients come together to create a comforting, aromatic experience that captures the essence of home-style cooking.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the rice very well under running water for 2 minutes.
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Soak the rice for 4 hours, or pour boiling water over it and let stand for 30 minutes to speed up the process.
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Rinse the rice again until the water becomes clear.
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Place the rice, 1 cup (250 ml) water, and pandan leaf in a rice cooker or steamer.
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Cook for approximately 20 minutes, or until the liquid has evaporated.
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Add the palm sugar syrup, coconut milk, and salt, then steam for 15 minutes.
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Spread the rice evenly, 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick, on a tray and allow to cool to room temperature.
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Wet a sharp knife with warm water and cut the rice into even squares.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 29.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.1g5%
- Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.1mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.4g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.4g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If using a steamer to cook the rice, line the bottom with a wet cloth to prevent the rice grains from falling through.
To speed up the soaking process, pour boiling water over the rice and let stand for 30 minutes instead of soaking for 4 hours.
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