Num Ansom – Sticky Rice Cake

Preparar

1. 🥄Drain the soaked glutinous rice thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer.
2. 🔥In a medium bowl, combine the coconut milk, palm sugar, and salt, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
3. 🧂Add the drained rice to the coconut milk mixture, mixing gently to coat every grain evenly.

Pasos

1. 🔥Let it sit for 15 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Preparar

1. 🧂Prepare a steamer by filling the bottom pot with 2 inches of water and bringing it to a boil over high heat.

Pasos

1. 🍳Lay a banana leaf square flat on your work surface, shiny side up.

Preparar

1. 🫇Spoon ¼ cup of the rice mixture into the center, spreading it into a 4-inch rectangle.

Pasos

1. 🍽️Place 2 tablespoons of mung bean paste in a line down the middle of the rice rectangle.
2. 🌿Fold the banana leaf over the filling lengthwise, then fold in the sides to create a tight parcel.

Cocinar

1. 🌿Tip: Press firmly to compact the rice, which helps it hold its shape during steaming.

Pasos

1. ✨Secure the parcel with kitchen twine, tying it firmly but not too tight to allow for expansion.
2. 🥄Repeat steps 5–8 with the remaining ingredients to make 8 parcels total.

Cocinar

1. 🥄Arrange the parcels in a single layer in the steamer basket, leaving small gaps between them for steam circulation.
2. 🔥Cover the steamer and steam over medium heat for 90 minutes, checking halfway to ensure the water hasn’t boiled dry—add more hot water if needed.

Pasos

1. 🔥Tip: The parcels are done when the banana leaves turn a deep green and the rice feels firm to the touch.

Cocinar

1. 🧂Carefully remove the parcels from the steamer and let them cool for 20 minutes before unwrapping.

Pasos

1. 🍳Tip: Cooling sets the texture, making slicing cleaner.

Preparar

1. 🫇Unwrap the banana leaves and slice each parcel into 1-inch thick rounds for serving.