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Bua Loy in Warm Coconut Milk

Bua Loy in Warm Coconut Milk

Thai
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39 minutes
4 people
Medium31–60 min or 7–12 steps

39 min · 7 steps

Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps

280 kcalper person
Protein 3g
Carbs 45g
Fats 10g

About this dish

Chewy glutinous rice flour balls simmer in warm, pandan-scented coconut milk, for a simple, comforting Thai dessert.

Allergy Info

None

Diet Info

Vegan

Ingredients

Fresh Produce

  • Pandan leavestied in a knot2

Tins & Jars

  • Coconut Milk500 ml

Dried Goods

  • Glutinous rice flourplus extra for dusting150 g
  • Palm sugar60 g

Spices & Seasonings

  • Fine sea salt1 pinch

Utensils

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Ladle

Method

1

Gradually work warm water into the glutinous rice flour, a little at a time, kneading until you have a smooth, soft dough that no longer sticks to your hands.

Approx. 8 minutes
2

Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll between your palms into balls about 1.5cm across.

Approx. 12 minutes
3

Bring a saucepan of water to the boil, drop in the rice balls, and cook for 5 minutes until they float to the surface.

Approx. 5 minutes
4

Lift out with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Approx. 2 minutes
5

Warm the coconut milk with the palm sugar, salt and pandan leaves in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

Approx. 6 minutes
6

Remove the pandan leaves, add the cooked rice balls to the coconut milk, and warm through for 3 minutes.

Approx. 3 minutes
7

Ladle into bowls and serve warm.

Approx. 3 minutes