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Organic Malaysian Kuih Lapis Recipe

Kuih lapis is a Malaysian delicacy, enjoyed by Malaysians of any age. A simple way to make kuih lapis at home, using fully organic ingredients!

Organic Kuih Lapis Recipe

Servings

2-3

servings
Prep time

25

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes

Kuih lapis is a Malaysian delicacy, enjoyed by Malaysians of any age. A simple way to make kuih lapis at home, using fully organic ingredients!

Ingredients

Directions

  • Soak the rice overnight.
  • Add 2 cups of Soja to rice and blend until smooth.
  • Add flour and 1 cup of of Soja. Blend to mix together. The batter should be runny.
  • Pour the batter into 2 separate bowls. In one of the bowls add 1 more cup of Soja, the other bowl add the natural plant colour.
  • In a wok or steamer, bring water to boil. Oil a baking tin, add the batter in a thin layer then steam for 2-3 minutes until harden.
  • After the first layer has harden, add the second mixture into the mould, as much as the first layer. Steam again for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Repeat the steps alternatively.
  • Until you have finished all your batter, wait till it completely cools then cut. Voila!

Notes

  • To test the texture of the kuih, try steaming a thin layer of each colour in 2 small bowls. Let it cool down before tasting. Adjust the texture and sweetness based on the taste and mouthfeel.

    If its too hard, add more soja.
    If its too soft, add more flour.
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