Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup of hot water
- 1/2 cup of cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of sugar
- 1 pound of ground pork
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of chopped scallions
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, hot water, salt, and sugar. Mix well until a dough forms.
2. Add the cold water and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the ground pork, minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vegetable oil, black pepper, and chopped scallions.
4. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
5. Flatten each ball into a disc and place a spoonful of the pork filling in the center.
6. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
7. Place the sakhu sai mu in a steamer and steam for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
8. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
5. Temperature:
Steamer temperature: High heat
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12 sakhu sai mu.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 450mg
Total carbohydrates: 25g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground chicken or beef can be used instead of ground pork.
- Green onions can be used instead of scallions.
Variations:
- Add chopped mushrooms to the pork filling for extra flavor.
- Use different sauces such as hoisin or teriyaki sauce in the pork filling.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is smooth and elastic before adding the filling.
- Pinch the edges of the sakhu sai mu tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out during steaming.
- Serve with soy sauce or chili sauce for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover sakhu sai mu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat sakhu sai mu in a steamer for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the sakhu sai mu on a platter and garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Garnishes:
Chopped scallions or cilantro
Pairings:
Serve sakhu sai mu with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Steamed broccoli, green beans, or bok choy
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the sakhu sai mu falls apart during steaming, make sure the edges are pinched tightly.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the pork filling is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Sakhu sai mu is a traditional Thai snack made with glutinous rice flour and various fillings.
Flavor profiles:
Sakhu sai mu has a chewy texture and savory flavor from the pork filling.
Serving suggestions:
Serve sakhu sai mu as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Thai