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Bika Ambon Pandan (Pandan Bika Ambon) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500 grams of tapioca flour
- 250 grams of sugar
- 10 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 2 teaspoons of pandan extract
- 500 ml of coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Electric mixer
- Steamer

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine tapioca flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.

2. Add eggs one by one while continuously mixing the batter using an electric mixer.

3. Pour in pandan extract and coconut milk. Mix well until the batter is smooth.

4. Add vegetable oil and mix well.

5. Cover the mixing bowl with a clean cloth and let the batter rest for 30 minutes.

6. Preheat the steamer over high heat.

7. Grease the cake pan with vegetable oil.

8. Pour the batter into the cake pan and steam for 45 minutes or until the cake is cooked.

9. Remove the cake from the steamer and let it cool down.

10. Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan and slice it into serving sizes.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Temperature:
Steaming temperature: High heat
Serving size:
8-10 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 120mg
Sodium: 200mg
Total carbohydrates: 45g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 25g
Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pandan extract can be substituted with vanilla extract or any other flavoring of your choice.
- Coconut milk can be substituted with regular milk or almond milk.

Variations:
- You can add grated cheese on top of the cake before steaming for a cheesy twist.
- You can also add sliced fruits like mango or pineapple for a fruity flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the batter well to avoid lumps.
- Use a clean cloth to cover the mixing bowl to avoid dust and dirt from getting into the batter.
- Do not overcook the cake to avoid it from getting dry.

Storage instructions:
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, steam the cake for 5-10 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cake on a cake stand or plate.
- Dust the cake with powdered sugar or grated cheese for added flavor.

Garnishes:
- You can garnish the cake with fresh fruits or whipped cream.

Pairings:
- Serve the cake with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- Bika Ambon Pandan is best served as a dessert on its own.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dense, try adding more baking powder to the batter.
- If the cake is too dry, try reducing the cooking time.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean and sanitized equipment when making the cake.
- Make sure to cook the cake thoroughly to avoid foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Bika Ambon is a traditional Indonesian cake that originated from Medan, North Sumatra.

Flavor profiles:
- Bika Ambon Pandan has a sweet and slightly tangy flavor with a hint of pandan.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cake as a dessert after a meal or as a snack.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Coconutty, Fragrant