Fresh jackfruit in my homeland

sticky rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: regular rice

Quinoa offers a protein boost, while regular rice is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is cost-effective.

jackfruit

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Mango provides similar sweetness and flavor, while canned fruit is often less expensive.

Soak sticky rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer lined with banana leaves.

Steam the rice over boiling water for about 30-40 minutes until tender.

In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over low until sugar dissolves.

Reserve a portion of the coconut milk mixture for drizzling later.

Pour the remaining coconut milk mixture over the steamed rice and mix gently.

Let the rice sit for about 15-20 minutes to absorb the coconut milk flavor.

Slice jackfruit into thin pieces.

To serve, place a portion of sticky rice on a plate and top with jackfruit slices.

Drizzle with reserved coconut milk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Cooking Techniques

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