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Khao Lam | Traditional Dessert From Thailand, Southeast Asia | TasteAtlas
Khao Lam | Traditional Dessert From Thailand, Southeast Asia | TasteAtlas
Khao Lam | Traditional Dessert From Thailand, Southeast Asia | TasteAtlas
Khao Lam | Traditional Dessert From Thailand, Southeast Asia | TasteAtlas
Khao Lam | Traditional Dessert From Thailand, Southeast Asia | TasteAtlas

Khao lam

(Kralan, Paung din, Kaukhnyin kyidauk, ข้าวหลาม, ເຂົ້າຫລາມ, ក្រឡាន, ပေါင်းတင်း, ကောက်ညှင်းကျည်တောက်))

Khao lam or kralan is a unique Southeast Asian dessert consisting of sweet sticky rice, either white or red, steamed in bamboo tubes, popular in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos. The simplest, original version included only rice mixed with water and salt, but more elaborate interpretations nowadays include the addition of grated coconut, sugar, coconut milk, and red beans.


The rice is mixed with the desired ingredients and placed inside specially prepared bamboo sticks. Coconut milk is added on top of the rice, and then the stick is sealed and carefully placed on a construction over hot coals. This unusual slow-cooking process transforms the rice into a sweet and rich creation, similar to custard or rice pudding.


Modern versions come in a variety of different flavors such as taro, durian, Thai custard, or corn, which are usually tucked in the center of the roll. Khao lam is regarded as a filling treat and is usually sold by street vendors at food fairs, around the temples, and at numerous Asian markets.

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