Key Parameters
Temperature
110°C
100°C - 120°C
Time
45 minutes
30 minutes - 1 hour
Equipment
Bamboo segments (3-4cm diameter)Sharp object for pre-puncturing bambooHeavy pot or steamer with lid
Steps
- 1.
Zu-um (Naga) (Nagaland, India): Hunter's meal combining rice with smoked meats inside bamboo
- 2.
Khao lam (Thai adaptation) (Northern Thailand): Street food version with coconut milk and black beans
- 3.
Htamin jin (Kachin) (Myanmar): Ceremonial dish using glutinous rice and sesame seeds
The Science
Primary Reaction
Starch gelatinization