Kuih Bakul (Malaysian Sweet Browned Rice Cake)
Dessert
Dessert
4 servings
500 cal/serving
Instructions
1
Step 1
Line each tin with banana leaves so they overlap and extend above the rim.
2
Step 2
Fold the banana leaves over the outside rim of the tin.
3
Step 3
Tie twine around the tin circumference to secure the leaves.
4
Step 4
Gradually mix the water into the rice flour until smooth and well combined.
Sticky/glutinous rice flour, siftedWater
5
Step 5
Stir in the sugar until completely dissolved, then let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
White granulated sugar
6
Step 6
Stir the mixture and divide it evenly between the prepared tins.
Sticky/glutinous rice flour, siftedWaterWhite granulated sugar
7
Step 7
Bring a few inches of water to a boil in the bottom of a steamer.
8
Step 8
Place the filled tins in the steamer, wrap the lid in a cloth to prevent condensation, and cover.
9
Step 9
Steam for 7–8 hours, topping up with boiling water as needed, until the cake is browned.
10
Step 10
Remove the tins from the steamer and let them cool and rest overnight.
11
Step 11
Untie the twine and unmold the cakes.
12
Step 12
If desired, trim excess banana leaves flush with the top of the cake.
This recipe is adapted from Wikibooks. It is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International.