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Vietnamese Steamed Rice Cake Recipe

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Veronica's Kitchen Vietnamese Steamed Rice cake
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Description

Vietnamese cuisine is known for its diverse range of flavors, and one of its most popular dishes is the steamed rice cake known as Banh Bo. This cake is made with rice flour and coconut milk, giving it a soft and spongy texture that melts in your mouth. It is perfect for breakfast or as a light snack.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 25 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice flour
  • 1/2 cup tapioca starch
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp pandan extract (optional)
  • Oil for greasing

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cake pan

Method

  1. In a bowl, whisk together rice flour, tapioca starch, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
  2. Add coconut milk, water, vanilla extract, and pandan extract (if using). Whisk until smooth.
  3. Grease a cake pan with oil and pour the batter into the pan.
  4. Steam the cake on medium heat for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove the cake from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute pandan extract with green food coloring.
  • You can use a round or square cake pan for this recipe.
  • Make sure to grease the cake pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 102
  • Protein: 1g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 126mg

Recipe Tips

  • For a richer flavor, you can use coconut cream instead of coconut milk.
  • If you don't have a steamer, you can use a large pot with a steamer basket.
  • You can serve the cake with coconut cream or sweetened condensed milk.
  • The cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Give this Vietnamese steamed rice cake recipe a try and enjoy the soft and spongy texture of Banh Bo. It is a delightful treat that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings.


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