Steamed Vegan Rice Cakes (Banh Bo Hap)

Ingredients

• 2 cups of sticky rice
• 1/2 cup of vegan sugar
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 2 tablespoons of oil

Directions

1. Soak the sticky rice for 4-6 hours in cold water.
2. Drain and rinse the rice. Place in a pot with 2 cups of fresh water.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed.
4. Add the vegan sugar and salt. Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are fully combined.
5. Spread the oil in a parchment-lined steamer tray.
6. Divide the rice mixture into 8-10 portions and shape into balls. Place the balls in the steamer tray.
7. Steam for 15-20 minutes or until the cakes are cooked through.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Steamed vegan rice cakes are a popular snack in Vietnam, where they are known as "banh bo hap".
• These cakes are traditionally served with a sweet-salty dipping sauce.
• The cakes can be made with different types of rice, such as jasmine, basmati, or even brown rice.