Pandan Sticky Rice w/ Shredded Coconut (Xôi Lá Dứa)

Step 1

Cut pandan leaves into small pieces, blend with the filtered water until the pieces are very small. About 30-60 seconds depending on your blender.

Step 2

Strain, squeeze & discard the pulp, leaving you with the pandan water.

Step 3

Add pandan extract & salt to pandan water.

Step 4

Add the mixture to the rice in a large bowl. Add a little extra water if needed to just submerge rice.

Step 5

Soak the rice for 4-12 hours unrefrigerated. Drain liquid from the rice.

Step 6

Steam the rice for 15-20 min, until rice is soft and slightly clear. Soft enough to squeeze with your fingers.

Step 7

Mix coconut sauce ingredients in a small bowl, then add to rice in the steamer, and mix to coat evenly.

Step 8

Steam for another 10-15 more minutes.

Step 9

Blend the roasted sesame, sugar and salt in a food processor until fine, but not pasty.

Step 10

Add shredded coconut and topping to the sticky rice just before serving either in a large platter to share, or in individual bowls.