Khanon htok

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Khanom Thot is a traditional Thai dessert, often served at festivals and special occasions. It is a type of dumpling made from glutinous rice flour, filled with a sweet mixture of coconut and sugar, and then steamed in a banana leaf.

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

The main ingredients in Khanom Thot are glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, sugar, and banana leaves. The filling is typically made from shredded coconut and sugar, although variations may include other ingredients such as palm sugar or jackfruit.

Preparation[edit | edit source]

To prepare Khanom Thot, the glutinous rice flour is first mixed with coconut milk and sugar to form a dough. This dough is then divided into small portions, each of which is filled with the sweet coconut mixture. The filled dumplings are then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until they are cooked through.

Cultural Significance[edit | edit source]

Khanom Thot is often served at Thai festivals and special occasions, such as Songkran and Loy Krathong. It is also a popular dessert in street food stalls across Thailand.

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