Tasting Journal

Num Treap (Cambodian Dessert)

HAPPY CAMBODIAN NEW YEAR!!

In honor of the Cambodian New Year, here is the recipe for Valina's favorite Cambodian dessert!

Num Treap is a sesame sticky rice dessert that is prepared similar to that of American brownies; after preparing a warm mixture, you pour the mixture into a baking dish or pan, and then let it cool for a few hours… after cooling, cut into squares and serve.

INGEDIENTS:
1 cup sweet rice
1 cup water
2/3 cup coconut milk
½ cup sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

DIRECTIONS:
1. Place Jasmine rice and water in a saucepan bring to the boil then reduce heat; cover and cook very gently for about 15 minutes or until the rice is just cooked.
2. While the rice is cooking, place the coconut milk, sugar, salt and vanilla extract in a large saucepan and cook over a medium-high heat until it thickens, stirring frequently.
3. Fluff the rice with a fork to separate.
4. Add rice to the coconut sauce in the other pan, and mix well.
5. Spread the mixture into a shallow dish and sprinkle sesame seeds on top, pressing them down with a wooden spoon.
6. Cover with plastic wrap and leave to set for few hours.
7. Cut into squares after it cools for a few hours, and then serve.

Adapted from www.recipes4us.co/uk

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