Sanpiau
An authentic snack recipe from Mizoram, India
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
MediumCategory
SnackIngredients
For 4 servings
200g Rice flour
150g Cooked rice
800ml Water
15g Ginger, finely grated
4piece Garlic cloves, minced
40g Spring onions, finely sliced
20g Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
15ml Soy sauce
4g Dried red chilli flakes
6g Salt
10ml Sesame oil
11 ingredients needed
💡 Pro Tip: Gather all ingredients before you start cooking for a smooth preparation process.
Cooking Instructions
Follow these step-by-step instructions to prepare this authentic dish
Blend the cooked rice with 200 ml water until smooth. This adds body and a creamy texture to the porridge.
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In a heavy-bottomed pot, bring 600 ml water to a boil. Add salt.
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Gradually whisk in the rice flour, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
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Add the blended cooked rice mixture and stir well to combine.
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Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for 10–12 minutes until the porridge thickens to a smooth, creamy consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
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Add grated ginger and minced garlic. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes.
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Add soy sauce and stir to incorporate. Taste and adjust salt.
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Ladle the sanpiau into bowls. Drizzle sesame oil over each bowl.
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Top with sliced spring onions, chopped coriander leaves, and dried red chilli flakes.
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Serve hot as a light meal or snack. Sanpiau can also be served at room temperature.
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Chef's Tips
Stir the porridge continuously while cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot and forming lumps.
The consistency of sanpiau should be like a thick, flowing porridge — not stiff like congee; add more water if it becomes too thick.
Sanpiau is a popular Mizo street food and comfort food, often eaten for breakfast or as a light evening snack.
Ginger and garlic are the key aromatics; do not skip them as they give sanpiau its characteristic warming flavour.
About This Dish
Sanpiau is a traditional snack dish from Mizoram, India. This authentic recipe provides exact measurements for cooking 4 servings.
- Stir the porridge continuously while cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot and forming lumps. - The consistency of sanpiau should be like a thick, flowing porridge — not stiff like congee; add more water if it becomes too thick. - Sanpiau is a popular Mizo street food and comfort food, often eaten for breakfast or as a light evening snack. - Ginger and garlic are the key aromatics; do not skip them as they give sanpiau its characteristic warming flavour.
Category
Snack
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Medium