Peanut Sticky Rice Recipe (Xoi Dau Phong)
Peanut Sticky Rice, known as Xoi Dau Phong in Vietnamese, is a quick and easy sticky rice recipe that can be prepared in just 30-40 minutes if you make it the right way. What’s more, it’s incredibly delicious, with the soft and smooth sticky rice complemented by the gentle crunch of peanuts. Let’s explore how to make Peanut Sticky Rice quickly.
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What is Peanut Sticky Rice?
Both sticky rice and peanuts are two common ingredients in Vietnamese cuisine. This is because Vietnam’s tropical weather provides excellent conditions for growing and cultivating these two staples. At my home, my mom always keeps several packs of dried peanuts, and I frequently observe farmers in my hometown drying fresh peanuts under the sun. In addition to basic roasted peanuts, we make garlic roasted peanuts, peanuts with salt (muoi lac), peanut and pumpkin soup, peanut candy, and more. Peanut sticky rice (xoi dau phong) is a popular and favorite dish for my family’s breakfast.
In Vietnamese, “Xoi” (xôi) refers to steamed glutinous rice, while “Dau Phong” (đậu phộng) translates to peanuts. The Vietnamese dish “Xoi Dau Phong” simply signifies the combination of glutinous rice and peanuts. This naming convention is consistent for various other types of sticky rice dishes in Vietnam, including “Xoi Dau Xanh” (Mung Bean Sticky Rice), “Xoi Dau Do” (Red Bean Sticky Rice), “Xoi Gac” (Gac Sticky Rice), and “Xoi Dau Den” (Black Bean Sticky Rice).
Peanut Sticky Rice can be served in both sweet and savory variations. To make sweet Peanut Sticky Rice, add coconut flakes, crushed roasted peanuts or sesame seeds, and a pinch of sugar. For a savory option, garnish it with fried shallots, spring onion oil, soy sauce, and savory toppings similar to those used in Xoi man (Vietnamese savory sticky rice).
Ingredients
The Peanut Sticky Rice recipe is simple, requiring only two essential ingredients: peanuts and sticky rice. Depending on your desired flavor, you can customize your toppings as follows:
- Peanuts: Peanuts, unlike other nuts, grow underground, encased in hard shells with edible seeds inside. They are renowned for their high protein content and serve as a valuable source of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. You can find peanuts in most stores and supermarkets. However, be sure to select dried, uncooked peanuts, and carefully check the label on the peanut bag.
- Sticky Rice/Glutinous rice: You can opt for long and slender Thai sticky rice or the shorter, rounder Vietnamese sticky rice (Nep Cai Hoa Vang). Both types work well, though I must admit a personal preference for Vietnamese rice 😊
- For Sweet Peanut Sticky Rice: Prepare coconut milk, sugar, and crushed roasted peanuts to garnish your sticky rice.
- For Savory Peanut Sticky Rice: Gather fried shallots, soy sauce, Vietnamese Ham, Lap cheong, Pork Floss, or any other desired savory toppings.
Peanut Sticky Rice (Xoi Dau Phong) Recipe
Here’s a detailed recipe for four servings:
- 2 cups of sticky rice
- 1 cup of dried peanuts
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp of cooking oil
Step 1. Preparation
- Sticky rice: Rinse the rice thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch, ensuring a great final texture for your sticky rice.
- Peanuts: Rinse the dried peanuts under water to remove any impurities.
Step 2. Cooking
Quick cooking method using a rice cooker/instant pot
This method is perfect for breakfast that you would like to have your sticky rice done right away.
- After rinsing, parboil the peanut on high heat for around 15-20 minutes.
- Add the sticky rice and peanut to the rice cooker or instant pot’s inner pot. Mix them thoroughly, then add a pinch of salt and enough water to just cover the surface of the rice and peanut mixture + plus 1 tbsp water extra. Avoid adding too much water above the surface to prevent the sticky rice from becoming mushy.
- (With a Rice Cooker) Return the pot to the rice cooker and start the cooking mode. Wait for about 10 minutes after it switches to the warm mode (usually after 15 minutes), then open the lid and stir the rice evenly. Check a piece of bean and rice to ensure they are well-cooked. (With an Instant Pot) If using an Instant Pot, select the high-pressure cooking mode for 15 minutes and allow it to naturally release pressure for about 5 minutes or use the quick-release method after 18 minutes.
Quick cooking method using a steamer
- Quick cooking method using a steamer: Besides a rice cooker, you can also make peanut sticky rice very quickly with a steamer. To do that, parboil the peanut and sticky rice on high heat for around 15-20 minutes.
- Quick cooking method using a steamer: After mixing the sticky rice and peanuts well, add it to the steamer. Remember to place a layer of cheesecloth underneath. Steam for 10-20 minutes, then check again and steam for 5-10 minutes more if necessary.
Slow cooking method using a steamer
- Slow cooking method using a steamer: This method take more time because you will have to soak sticky rice in 30-1 hour, and peanut in 4-6 hours or overnight. However, this method will result in the highest quality. After soaking, you’ll steam it with a steamer.
- Slow cooking method using a steamer: Steam for 10-20 minutes, then check again and steam for 5-10 minutes more if necessary.
Step 3. Serving
- For the sweet version, you can shape the rice with a mold or let it settle freely on a dish. Then, drizzle coconut milk (if desired) on top. Finally, add grated coconut flakes, granulated sugar, crushed peanuts, or roasted white sesame seeds as toppings. Serve the sticky rice hot. If you prefer not to add sweetness directly with granulated sugar, you can dissolve sugar in coconut milk.
- To enjoy Xoi Dau Phong as a savory dish, garnish it with fried shallots and drizzle some soy sauce before eating. Feel free to add plenty of savory toppings on such as pork floss, fish floss, lap cheong, Vietnamese Ham (Cha lua), etc.
Storing Peanut Sticky Rice
If you have leftover peanut sticky rice, you can store it at room temperature or in the fridge, but for an extended shelf life, refrigeration is recommended. Leftovers can stay fresh in the fridge for about 3-4 days. For longer-term storage, freeze it; it can remain good for 1-2 months. Don’t forget to label it and consume it as soon as possible.
To reheat, warm it in the microwave or a steamer. You may need to sprinkle a bit of water on it to help it regain its stickiness. Warm it gradually, stirring or fluffing it with a fork or chopstick until it reaches your desired warmth.
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Peanut Sticky Rice Recipe (Xoi Dau Phong)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups sticky rice
- 1 cup raw whole peanuts
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
Step 1. Preparation
- Both the black beans and sticky rice need to be soaked for several hours before cooking.
- Sticky rice: Rinse the rice thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch, ensuring a great final texture for your sticky rice.
- Peanuts: Rinse the dried peanuts under water to remove any impurities.
Step 2. Cooking
Quick cooking method using a rice cooker/instant pot
- This method is perfect for breakfast that you would like to have your sticky rice done right away.
- After rinsing, parboil the peanut on high heat for around 15-20 minutes.
- Add the sticky rice and peanut to the rice cooker or instant pot's inner pot. Mix them thoroughly, then add a pinch of salt and enough water to just cover the surface of the rice and peanut mixture + plus 1 tbsp water extra. Avoid adding too much water above the surface to prevent the sticky rice from becoming mushy.
- (With a Rice Cooker) Return the pot to the rice cooker and start the cooking mode. Wait for about 10 minutes after it switches to the warm mode (usually after 15 minutes), then open the lid and stir the rice evenly. Check a piece of bean and rice to ensure they are well-cooked. (With an Instant Pot) If using an Instant Pot, select the high-pressure cooking mode for 15 minutes and allow it to naturally release pressure for about 5 minutes or use the quick-release method after 18 minutes.
Quick cooking method using a steamer
- Besides a rice cooker, you can also make peanut sticky rice very quickly with a steamer. To do that, parboil the peanut and sticky rice on high heat for around 15-20 minutes.
- After mixing the sticky rice and peanuts well, add it to the steamer. Remember to place a layer of cheesecloth underneath. Steam for 10-20 minutes, then check again and steam for 5-10 minutes more if necessary.
Slow cooking method using a steamer
- This method take more time because you will have to soak sticky rice in 30-1 hour, and peanut in 4-6 hours or overnight. However, this method will result in the highest quality. After soaking, you'll steam it with a steamer.
- Steam for 10-20 minutes, then check again and steam for 5-10 minutes more if necessary.
Step 3: Serving
- For the sweet version, you can shape the rice with a mold or let it settle freely on a dish. Then, drizzle coconut milk (if desired) on top. Finally, add grated coconut flakes, granulated sugar, crushed peanuts, or roasted white sesame seeds as toppings. Serve the sticky rice hot. If you prefer not to add sweetness directly with granulated sugar, you can dissolve sugar in coconut milk.
- To enjoy Xoi Dau Phong as a savory dish, garnish it with fried shallots and drizzle some soy sauce before eating. Feel free to add plenty of savory toppings on such as pork floss, lap cheong, Vietnamese ham (Cha lua), spring onion oil, etc.
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