''Khanom thian'' ( th, ขนมเทียน, ; 'candle pudding or pastry') is a type of Thai ''khanom'' (snack or dessert)
prepared in the shape of a candle.
It originated in northern Thailand, and is used by some people as a ceremonial dish.
Overview
''Khanom thian'' is a
pudding
Pudding is a type of food. It can be either a dessert or a savoury (salty or spicy) dish served as part of the main meal.
In the United States, ''pudding'' means a sweet, milk-based dessert similar in consistency to egg-based custards, ins ...
or
pastry prepared using rice flour or corn flour, coconut milk that has been sweetened, such as with brown sugar,
and sesame seeds.
Salt is also sometimes used as an ingredient.
The mixture is then steamed in banana leaves formed into an enclosed packet shaped like a cone.
After being cooked, its color is similar to that of molasses.
It is sometimes garnished with shredded coconut.
History
The dish originated in the northernmost part of Thailand.
''Khanom thian'' has been described as a "ceremonial pudding", and the dish is used as an offering by Chinese Thais to their ancestors during
New Year's Eve
In the Gregorian calendar, New Year's Eve, also known as Old Year's Day or Saint Sylvester's Day in many countries, is the evening or the entire day of the last day of the year, on 31 December. The last day of the year is commonly referred to ...
ceremonies.
After the ceremonial offering, ''khanom thian'' is given to friends and relatives as a gift.
See also
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List of Thai khanom
This is a list of Thai khanom, comprising snacks and desserts that are a part of Thai cuisine. Some of these dishes are also a part of other cuisines. The word "khanom" ( th, ขนม), refers to snack or dessert, presumably being a compound betw ...
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Thai cuisine
References
{{Thai cuisine
Thai desserts and snacks
Stuffed desserts