Khanom Tokyo facts for kids
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| Type | Snack, side dish, finger food |
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| Place of origin | Thailand |
| Region or state | Southeast Asia |
| Created by | Thai people |
| Main ingredients | Eggs, wheat flour, sugar, fresh milk, and baking soda |
Khanom Tokyo or Khanom Tokiao is a super popular street snack from Thailand. Imagine a thin, flat pancake that's folded around a yummy filling. Most often, it has a sweet custard cream inside. But sometimes, you can find them with savory fillings like pork or sausage. These tasty treats are a favorite for people of all ages in Thailand!
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History of Khanom Tokyo
This special snack first appeared around 1967. It was sold at a Japanese department store in Bangkok called Thai-Daimaru. People believe Khanom Tokyo is a Thai version of a famous Japanese pancake called dorayaki.
Even though its name includes "Tokyo," which is the capital of Japan, this snack is actually a Thai invention! In the Thai language, khanom means "snack" or "sweet." So, "Khanom Tokyo" simply means "Tokyo snack." It's a fun name for a truly Thai treat.
What is Khanom Tokyo Made Of?
Khanom Tokyo can have both sweet and savory fillings. The pancake part is thin and light. It's made from a simple batter.
Batter Ingredients
The main ingredients for the pancake batter are:
- Eggs
- Wheat flour
- Sugar
- Fresh milk
- Baking soda
Delicious Fillings
The fillings are what make each Khanom Tokyo unique!
- Sweet fillings: Many Khanom Tokyo have sweet fillings. Popular choices include vanilla cream, taro, or pandan cream. You might also find different fruit jams, shredded coconut, or cocoa powder.
- Sweet and savory mix: Sometimes, the fillings are a mix of sweet and a little bit salty. For example, you might find sweet cream mixed with small quail eggs or mini sausages. This creates a surprising and delicious taste!
