BR - Kuih Cacah (Traditional Dish)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while brown sugar is more readily available.

tapioca flour

🥗Healthier: arrowroot flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Arrowroot is a healthier option, while cornstarch is cheaper.

grated coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Unsweetened flakes are healthier, while desiccated coconut is more economical.

Prepare a steaming pot with water and bring to a boil.

In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca flour, and cornstarch.

Add coconut milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt to the dry ingredients and mix well.

In another bowl, blend food coloring with water and add it to the mixture for color.

Stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.

Grease a steaming tray or cake pan with oil.

Pour a thin layer of the batter into the greased tray and steam for 5-7 minutes until set.

Remove the tray and add a layer of grated coconut or sliced banana on top.

Pour another layer of batter over the coconut or banana and steam for another 5-7 minutes.

Repeat layering until all batter is used, finishing with a layer of batter.

Steam the final layer for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.

Allow to cool before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Serve at room temperature, optionally garnished with sesame seeds.

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