Making Kaya (Toast) - A Traditional Singaporean Breakfast

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.

Toast the bread until golden brown.

Spread a generous layer of kaya on one slice of the toasted bread.

Add a layer of butter on top of the kaya.

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

Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil.

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

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

Peel the eggs and place them in a bowl.

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

Serve the kaya toast alongside the half-boiled eggs.

Cooking Techniques

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