Traditional Thai Desserts | Thai Dessert Colorful Coconut Pudding | Khanom Tako

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

tapioca starch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Arrowroot powder is a natural thickener and easier to digest.

Combine rice flour, tapioca starch, and sugar in a bowl.

Add coconut milk and water to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.

Prepare a steamer and line small cups with banana leaves.

Pour a layer of the mixture into each cup, filling halfway.

Steam for 10-15 minutes until the base is set and firm.

In a separate bowl, mix coconut milk with a pinch of salt and pandan leaves.

Pour the coconut milk mixture over the set base in each cup.

Steam for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top layer is cooked through.

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before serving.

Gently remove from cups and serve at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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