Description

Khanom jeen are traditional Thai rice noodles produced from fermented rice batter, resulting in soft texture and mild acidity.

Fermentation process

  • Rice soaked and ground
  • Batter fermented naturally
  • Fermented batter extruded and cooked into noodles

Reported microbiology (examples)

  • LAB: Lactobacillus spp.

Functional relevance

  • Improved texture and digestibility
  • Distinctive mild sour flavor

References

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