Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup palm sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 pandan leaves
- 1/2 cup cooked black glutinous rice (optional)
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pot, combine coconut milk, water, palm sugar, salt, and pandan leaves. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced bananas and cooked black glutinous rice (if using) to the pot. Stir gently.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes or until the bananas are soft and the flavors have melded together.
5. Remove the pandan leaves and discard.
6. Serve the banana kolak warm or chilled.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for boiling and low heat for simmering
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 250
- Total fat: 8g
- Saturated fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total carbohydrates: 43g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 28g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Palm sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or regular granulated sugar.
- Pandan leaves can be substituted with vanilla extract.
Variations:
- Add sliced jackfruit or sweet potato to the mixture.
- Use different types of fruit like mango or pineapple instead of bananas.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for a sweeter and softer texture.
- Stir gently to avoid breaking the bananas.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover banana kolak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the banana kolak in a pot over low heat until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the banana kolak in small bowls or cups.
- Garnish with toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- None needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water or coconut milk to thin it out.
- If the mixture is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to thicken.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use ripe bananas to avoid any digestive issues.
- Store leftovers properly in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Kolak is a traditional Indonesian dessert that is commonly served during Ramadan and other special occasions.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and slightly salty.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Indonesian
Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Banana, Nutty, Banana-Flavored