burmese dessert rice balls

glutinous rice flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: regular rice flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while regular rice flour is more accessible.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lower-calorie option, while regular milk is widely available.

red bean paste

🥗Healthier: sweetened black bean puree

💰Cheaper: homemade bean paste

Homemade bean paste can be made with less sugar and is cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

Soak glutinous rice flour in water for 30 minutes.

Mix coconut milk, sugar, and salt until dissolved.

Add soaked flour to the coconut mixture and stir until smooth.

Prepare a steamer and line it with pandan leaves.

Pour half of the batter into the steamer and spread evenly.

Add a layer of red bean paste on top of the batter.

Pour the remaining batter over the red bean layer.

Cover and steam for 30-40 minutes until set.

Allow to cool slightly before cutting into pieces.

Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with sesame seeds.

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