How to make Hollow Donuts (Khmer Nom Pong Or Nom Hing)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk provides a lighter option while regular milk is more accessible.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Chia seeds offer similar texture and nutritional benefits.

Combine 4.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of yeast, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder in a bowl.

Add 1.5 cups of water to the dry ingredients and mix for about 5 minutes until the dough is formed.

Cover the dough and let it rest for about 1 hour.

After 1 hour, knead the dough for 1-2 minutes and then cut it into small pieces.

Roll each piece into a ring shape and dip in sesame seeds.

Let the shaped donuts rest for another 15 minutes.

Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

Fry the donuts in the hot oil until both sides are golden brown.

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