Banana Rice Cakes Wrapped in Banana Leaves

Ingredients

• 1 cup glutinous rice
• 2 medium ripe bananas
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 2 tbsp sugar
• ¼ tsp salt
• 4 large pieces banana leaves
• 4 pieces kitchen string

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the 1 cup glutinous rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then soak in water for at least 30 minutes. Drain well.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the drained rice with 0.5 cup coconut milk, 2 tbsp sugar, and 0.25 tsp salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

3. 3

   Peel the 2 bananas and slice each lengthwise into 4 strips. Cut each banana leaf into a 10-inch square and wipe clean.

4. 4

   Place a banana leaf square on a work surface. Spoon about 2 tbsp of the rice mixture into the center, top with 2 banana strips, then cover with another 2 tbsp of rice.

5. 5

   Fold the leaf over the filling to form a packet, tucking in the sides. Tie securely with kitchen string to make a neat parcel. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

6. 6

   Place the packets in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam over medium heat until the rice is tender and cooked through, about 30-35 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from the steamer and let cool for 5 minutes. Unwrap and serve warm, drizzled with extra coconut milk if desired.

Tools you’ll need

• steamer basket
• large pot with lid
• mixing bowl
• knife
• cutting board

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