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Khanom Chan with Coconut Flakes Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes

Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- 9-inch square baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour, tapioca flour, coconut milk, sugar, salt, and water until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
3. Steam the mixture over high heat for 15-20 minutes or until set.
4. Remove the pan from the steamer and let it cool.
5. Cut the Khanom Chan into small squares and sprinkle with coconut flakes.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
Steam over high heat.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 9-12 servings.

Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 120mg
Sugar: 28g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use brown sugar instead of white sugar.
- You can use desiccated coconut instead of coconut flakes.

Variations:
- You can add pandan leaves to the mixture for a fragrant flavor.
- You can add food coloring to the mixture for a colorful appearance.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the mixture until smooth to avoid lumps.
- Grease the baking pan well to prevent sticking.
- Sprinkle the coconut flakes on top of the Khanom Chan while it's still warm to help them stick.

Storage instructions:
Store the Khanom Chan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Steam the Khanom Chan for a few minutes to reheat.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the Khanom Chan on a platter or in individual bowls.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle extra coconut flakes on top of the Khanom Chan before serving.

Pairings:
Serve the Khanom Chan with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
This recipe can be served as a dessert or a snack on its own.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Khanom Chan is too soft, steam it for a few more minutes.
- If the Khanom Chan is too hard, reduce the steaming time.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store the Khanom Chan properly in the refrigerator.

Food history:
Khanom Chan is a traditional Thai dessert that is popular in Southeast Asia.

Flavor profiles:
This dessert has a sweet and coconutty flavor.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Khanom Chan as a dessert or a snack.

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Region: Thai

Taste: Sweet, Coconutty, Creamy, Fragrant