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Writer's pictureParisa Behboodi

Bua Loi Recipe - A Sweet Thai Dessert with Sticky Rice Balls in Coconut Milk

Updated: Mar 4, 2023


Sticky rice balls in a bowl of coconut milk.
The process of making sticky rice balls for Bua Loi.

If you're a fan of Thai desserts, you're in for a treat! Bua Loi is a traditional Thai dessert that is loved for its chewy sticky rice balls and creamy coconut milk. It's a simple yet delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This dessert is easy to make, and you can customize it with your favorite toppings such as sliced fruit, sesame seeds, or even roasted peanuts.


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Here's everything you need to make the best Bua Loi ever:


Ingredients:


For Sticky Rice Balls:

  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1/4 cup pandan juice (optional)

  • 1/4 tsp salt

For Coconut Milk Sauce:

  • 1 can of coconut milk

  • 1/2 cup of water

  • 1/4 cup of sugar

  • 1/4 tsp salt

Optional Toppings:

  • Sliced mango

  • Sliced banana

  • Roasted sesame seeds

  • Roasted peanuts

Nutrition Information:

  • Calories: 320

  • Fat: 18g

  • Carbohydrates: 38g

  • Protein: 3g

  • Sodium: 145mg

Allergy Information:

  • This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.

Time of Preparing:

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, water, pandan juice, and salt. Mix until it forms a smooth dough.

  2. Take small portions of the dough and roll them into small balls. Place the balls on a plate lined with parchment paper.

  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the rice balls to the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. Remove the rice balls from the boiling water and rinse them with cold water.

  5. In a separate pot, combine the coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.

  6. Add the cooked rice balls to the coconut milk sauce and heat for a few minutes until the rice balls are fully coated.

  7. Serve the Bua Loi hot or cold with your favorite toppings such as sliced fruit, sesame seeds, or roasted peanuts.

  8. Bon Appétit!

Bua Loi served in a bowl.
Bua Loi is ready to be enjoyed!

Bua Loi is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its chewy sticky rice balls and creamy coconut milk sauce, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Don't forget to customize it with your favorite toppings and come back to Kitchen Pal for more amazing Thai dessert recipes!


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