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Malaysian Breakfast in 20 Minutes (Kaya Toast + Roti Canai with Dal + Soft-Boiled Eggs)

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Kaya Toast with Half-Boiled Eggs

Cultural Context

Kaya toast is a beloved breakfast dish in Malaysia, often enjoyed in coffee shops known as 'kopitiams.' It features a sweet coconut jam spread on toasted bread, served with soft-boiled eggs and soy sauce, reflecting the fusion of Chinese and Malay culinary traditions. This dish has gained popularity beyond Malaysia, often found in Singapore and Indonesia, where variations may include different types of bread or additional toppings.

MalaysianMYbreakfast
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
2 slices of bread
2 tbsp kaya
1 tbsp butter
2 eggs
soy sauce to taste
white pepper to taste

kaya

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: coconut jam

Coconut jam offers a similar sweetness and texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: vegetable spread

Margarine can reduce saturated fat.

white bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: plain bread

Whole grain adds fiber and nutrients.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake.

1

Toast the bread until golden brown.

2

Spread kaya on one slice of the toasted bread.

3

Add a layer of butter on top of the kaya.

4

Top with another slice of toasted bread to make a sandwich.

5

Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil.

6

Carefully add the eggs and boil for 6-7 minutes for half-boiled.

7

Remove the eggs and place them in cold water to stop cooking.

8

Peel the eggs and place them in a bowl.

9

Drizzle soy sauce over the eggs and sprinkle with white pepper.

10

Serve the kaya toast alongside the half-boiled eggs.

Cooking Techniques

toastingboiling

Equipment Needed

toasterpotbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluteneggdairy

Also Known As

Kaya ToastKaya Bread

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