Banh It La Gai

Banh It La Gai is a traditional Vietnamese dessert made with sticky rice flour, mung bean filling, and wrapped in screwpine leaves.
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Banh It La Gai

Ingredients - Serves 6

Let's Get Started

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sticky rice flour, sugar, coconut milk, water, and salt. Mix well until a smooth batter forms.
  2. Divide the batter into small portions and flatten each portion into a disc shape.
  3. Take a screwpine leaf and place a mung bean filling in the center. Wrap the leaf around the filling, forming a small dumpling.
  4. Repeat the process until all the batter and filling are used.
  5. Steam the dumplings for about 30 minutes, or until the sticky rice is cooked and the filling is soft.
  6. Remove from the steamer and let cool before serving.
  7. Serve the Banh It La Gai as a delightful Vietnamese dessert.

Dietary Info

  • Dish Type: Dessert
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Calories: 200
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbs: 40g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Sugar: 10g