Cơm rượu facts for kids
Plastic containers of cơm rượu
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| Type | Rice pudding |
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| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Vietnam |
| Region or state | Southern Vietnam |
| Main ingredients | Glutinous rice, yeast |
Cơm rượu (pronounced like "kum roo-uh") is a special traditional dessert from Vietnam. It is especially popular in the southern parts of the country. This sweet treat is made from a type of sticky rice called glutinous rice.
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What is Cơm rượu?
Cơm rượu is a unique dessert that looks like small, soft balls. These balls are made from cooked glutinous rice. They are then mixed with a special ingredient called yeast. The yeast helps to change the rice, giving it a slightly sweet and tangy flavor.
How is it Served?
The small rice balls are served in a milky, white liquid. This liquid is also made from rice and has a very mild, sweet taste. It might remind you a little bit of a very light rice drink. People usually eat cơm rượu with a spoon, enjoying the soft rice balls and the refreshing liquid together. It's a popular dessert, especially on warm days.
Similar Desserts
Cơm rượu is not the only dessert like this! Other countries and regions have their own versions.
In Northern Vietnam
In Northern Vietnam, there is a similar dessert called rượu nếp. This version is usually thicker and does not have as much liquid. The rice is also not rolled into small balls like cơm rượu. Both desserts use glutinous rice and yeast, but they have their own unique textures.
In Chinese Cuisine
You can find a very similar dish in Chinese cuisine. It is known as jiǔniàng. Sometimes, it is flavored with a sweet-smelling flower called sweet osmanthus. When it has this flower, it's called guìhuā jiǔniàng. These dishes show how different cultures can create similar delicious treats using common ingredients like rice.
Images for kids
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Plastic containers of cơm rượu
See also
- In Spanish: Cơm rượu para niños
