Making Traditional Khmer Cake Recipe In My Homeland (Nom Chang)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can mimic creaminess.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

banana leaves

Can be substituted with parchment paper for steaming.

rice flour

Gluten-free alternative for traditional flour.

Mix rice flour, coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a bowl until smooth.

Add water gradually to the mixture, stirring until well combined.

Prepare banana leaves by cutting them into squares and softening them over heat.

Spoon the mixture onto the center of each banana leaf square.

Fold the banana leaves over the mixture to create a packet.

Place the packets in a steamer basket lined with banana leaves.

Steam the packets over boiling water for 30-40 minutes until set.

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before unwrapping.

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with palm sugar syrup.

Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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