BÁNH CHƯNG Instant Pot (IP pot) | Square sticky rice cake (banh chung) | Ncuav Nplaum Nyajlaj

rice flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole grain flour adds fiber and nutrients.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based protein option.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still flavorful.

Soak rice flour in water for several hours or overnight.

Mix soaked rice flour with coconut milk, sugar, and salt until smooth.

Prepare filling by cooking pork and mung beans until tender.

Chop vegetables and herbs finely for garnish.

Heat a steamer and line it with banana leaves.

Pour a layer of batter into the steamer and add filling ingredients on top.

Cover and steam for 20-30 minutes until set.

For fried versions, heat oil in a pan and pour batter to form a thin layer.

Add filling and cook until golden brown on both sides.

Serve hot with dipping sauce and fresh herbs.

Garnish with crushed peanuts and sesame seeds.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens