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Vietnamese Banh Chung
Square sticky rice cake wrapped in banana leaves for Lunar New Year.
480 min total (prep 120 · cook 360)· Serves 8· Advanced·New
Banh Chung is a traditional Vietnamese dish made of glutinous rice, mung beans, and pork, symbolizing earth and prosperity.
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Method
- 1Soak rice and beans overnight.
- 2Marinate pork with fish sauce and pepper.
- 3Layer banana leaves, rice, beans, and pork.
- 4Wrap tightly into a square shape.
- 5Boil for six hours, checking water level regularly.
Chef's tips
- Use fresh banana leaves for better flavor.
- Wrap tightly to avoid water entering.
The story
Banh Chung is a traditional Vietnamese dish made of glutinous rice, mung beans, and pork, symbolizing earth and prosperity.
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