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Kanom Jork - Mung Bean Dessert - Luang Prabang Laos

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Kanom Jork

Cultural Context

Kanom Jork is a traditional Lao dessert, often enjoyed as a snack or during festive occasions. It highlights the use of sticky rice flour and coconut milk, ingredients that are staples in Southeast Asian cuisine. This delightful treat is typically steamed in banana leaves, giving it a unique flavor and aroma. In modern times, Kanom Jork has gained popularity beyond Laos, appealing to those who enjoy exploring diverse Asian desserts.

LaoLAdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup mung beans
2 cups sticky rice flour
1 cup coconut milk
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories while providing a similar texture.

sticky rice flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is more accessible and less expensive.

1

Prepare mung beans by placing them into a mold.

2

Pour rice flour and coconut batter over the mung beans in the mold.

3

Deep fry the filled molds in hot oil until golden brown.

4

Remove from oil and let drain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsteaming

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowlbanana leavesspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-freeplant-based

Also Known As

Khanom Jork

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