How to Cha Khao (Laos)

Key Parameters

Steps

1. 1.

   Khao Poon Cha Khao (Northern Laos): Fermented rice is layered with coconut cream and served as ceremonial dessert

2. 2.

   Nam Van Cha Khao (Vientiane): Fermented rice blended with ice and sweetened condensed milk as a drink

3. 3.

   Khao Chi Cha Khao (Southern Laos): Fermented rice pressed into cakes and grilled over charcoal

The Science

Primary Reaction

Amylolytic breakdown of starches into fermentable sugars

Common Mistakes