Burmese Thingyan Dessert (Moun Loun Yei Baw) BURMESE FLOATING BALL RECIPE

rice flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness and moisture.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds offer omega-3 fatty acids and are often more affordable.

Combine 4 cups of glutinous rice flour and 2 tablespoons of salt in a bowl.

Gradually add 2 cups of water while stirring to achieve a softer texture.

Knead the mixture by hand until it reaches a dough-like consistency, adding more glutinous rice flour as needed.

Crush palm sugar into small pieces and set aside.

Roll the dough into small balls, keeping in mind they will expand in boiling water.

Prepare boiling water and drop the balls in, cooking for about 5 minutes until they float to the top.

Remove the cooked balls from the water and place them on a plate.

Top the balls with grated coconut before serving.

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