Bánh bò
Bánh bò is a Vietnamese dessert. It's a type of steamed rice cake that has a soft and spongy texture. The cake gets its characteristic appearance from the natural fermentation of rice flour and yeast. Bánh bò is often flavored with coconut milk, which gives it a sweet and aromatic taste. Sometimes, it's also tinted with natural colors like pandan or beetroot for a fun twist.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rice flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pandan extract (optional, for color and flavor)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in ¼ cup of warm water. Let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a separate bowl, mix the rice flour, sugar, and salt together. Gradually add the coconut milk and yeast mixture, stirring continuously until the batter is smooth and well combined. You can also add a few drops of pandan extract for a vibrant green color and a hint of flavor.
- Cover the batter and let it rest in a warm place for about 2 hours, allowing it to ferment and rise. The mixture should double in size.
- Prepare your steamer by filling it with water and bringing it to a boil. Grease a round cake pan or individual silicone molds with oil.
- Pour the batter into the greased pan/molds, filling them up to about 2/3 full, as the cakes will rise during steaming.
- Place the pan/molds into the steamer, cover with a lid, and steam on medium heat for about 15-20 minutes. The cakes are ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once cooked, remove the pan/molds from the steamer and let them cool for a few minutes before unmolding the cakes.
- Serve the Bánh bò warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy them as is or garnish with some grated coconut on top for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 44g (15%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 7g (11%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 77mg (3%)Potassium: 89mg (3%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 19g (21%)Vitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 8mg (1%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
