C/w Nana: Lao Pandan Rice Dessert (ເຂົ້າປາດ == Khao Pahd)

cooked rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa adds protein and fiber while white rice is budget-friendly.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, and salt is a basic substitute.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: none

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often less expensive.

Pour one bag of steamed pork rice flour cake into a bowl.

Add one box of golden brown sugar to the bowl.

Pour in two cans of coconut milk.

Add four cans of water, using the same can from the coconut milk for measurement.

Mix the ingredients together, ensuring no leaves are included.

Add one tablespoon of salt and mix well.

Add a few drops of green food coloring and stir.

Cook the mixture on medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens and becomes smooth.

Once thickened, transfer the mixture to a tray and let it cool until set, about 3 hours.

Cut the set mixture into pieces and serve with shredded coconut.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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