Khanom Buang
Crispy Thai crepes filled with a sweet or savory meringue-like cream and topped with shredded coconut or finely diced shrimp. These delicate street snacks are made on a hot griddle right before your eyes.
Nutrition & Info
Instructions
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Make the crepe batter by whisking rice flour, mung bean flour, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt together until perfectly smooth, then let it rest for thirty minutes.
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Prepare the sweet filling by whipping egg whites with sugar to stiff peaks to create a fluffy meringue-like cream that will be spread inside each crispy crepe.
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Heat a flat griddle or large non-stick pan over medium heat and spread a thin layer of batter into a small oval, cooking it until the edges are crispy and golden.
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While the crepe is still on the griddle, spread a generous line of the sweet meringue cream down the center and sprinkle with shredded coconut or chopped dried shrimp.
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Carefully fold the crispy crepe in half to create a taco shape, press the edges gently to seal, and slide it off the griddle to serve immediately while still warm and crunchy.
Did You Know?
Khanom buang has been a Thai street food for over six hundred years, dating back to the Ayutthaya Kingdom, making it one of the oldest continuously prepared snacks in Southeast Asia.
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