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Toasted Rice Powder Recipe (Khao Khua)

Close-up of Thai toasted rice powder with a coarse texture in a black bowl, showing the grainy detail and nutty golden color.
Make Thai toasted rice powder (khao khua) at home in minutes. A key ingredient for many Thai salads and dipping sauces.
Praew
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine Asian, Thai
Course Ingredients
Serving Size 5

Equipment

  • mortar and pestle or food processor
  • Toasting pan or skillet

Ingredients

US Customary - EU Metric
  • ½ cup glutinous rice, as needed

Instructions

  • Toast the rice: Add glutinous rice to a dry pan over low heat. Stir constantly until golden and fragrant, about 5–10 minutes.
  • Cool: Remove from the pan and let the rice cool completely.
  • Grind: Pound the rice into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle, or pulse in a food processor until slightly rough, not too fine.
  • Use or store: Use right away or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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