Sticky Rice Cake With Coconut And Pandan Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak the glutinous rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
• STEP 2.Drain the rice and steam it for about 30 minutes until it becomes soft and sticky.
• STEP 3.In a separate pot, heat the coconut milk with pandan leaves until it simmers.
• STEP 4.Remove the pandan leaves from the coconut milk.
• STEP 5.Add the steamed glutinous rice to the pot of coconut milk and stir well.
• STEP 6.Continue cooking over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes sticky.
• STEP 7.Transfer the sticky rice mixture to a greased baking dish and smooth the top.
• STEP 8.Steam the cake for about 30 minutes until it is firm and cooked through.
• STEP 9.Remove from the steamer and let it cool before cutting into slices.
• STEP 10.Serve the Sticky Rice Cake with Coconut and Pandan as a delicious dessert or snack.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to soak the glutinous rice for at least 4 hours to achieve the desired sticky texture.
• You can add a pinch of salt to the coconut milk for a hint of savory flavor.
• If you don't have pandan leaves, you can use pandan extract or essence for the same aroma and color.
• To enhance the flavor, you can sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds on top of the cake before serving.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover Sticky Rice Cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, steam the slices for a few minutes until warm and soft.
• Serve the cake as is or with a drizzle of coconut milk for extra creaminess.