Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of rice flour
- 1/2 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup of grated coconut
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of yeast
- 1/4 cup of water
Special equipment needed:
- Apam moulds
- Steamer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, coconut milk, pineapple juice, grated coconut, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
3. Add the yeast mixture to the rice flour mixture. Mix well until it forms a smooth batter.
4. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it rest for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
5. Grease the apam moulds with oil.
6. Pour the batter into the moulds, filling them up to 3/4 full.
7. Steam the apam for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
8. Remove the apam from the moulds and let them cool.
9. Serve the Pineapple and Coconut Apam warm or at room temperature.
- Time:
Preparation time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Steaming temperature: 100°C
Serving size:
- Makes 12 apam
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 104 kcal
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 17.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rice flour can be substituted with wheat flour or all-purpose flour.
- Pineapple juice can be substituted with any other fruit juice.
- Grated coconut can be substituted with desiccated coconut.
Variations:
- Add chopped pineapple pieces to the batter for extra texture.
- Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a deeper flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the yeast is fresh and active for the batter to rise properly.
- Grease the apam moulds well to prevent sticking.
- Do not overfill the moulds as the batter will rise during steaming.
Storage instructions:
- Store the Pineapple and Coconut Apam in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Steam the apam for a few minutes until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Pineapple and Coconut Apam on a platter with a sprinkle of grated coconut on top.
Garnishes:
- Grated coconut
- Chopped pineapple
Pairings:
- Tea
- Coffee
- Fresh fruit juice
Suggested side dishes:
- Curry
- Soup
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter does not rise, the yeast may be inactive or the mixture may be too cold. Try placing the bowl in a warm place for 30 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and clean before using.
- Use clean utensils and equipment.
Food history:
- Apam is a traditional Malaysian and Indonesian snack that is usually made with rice flour and coconut milk.
Flavor profiles:
- The Pineapple and Coconut Apam has a sweet and tropical flavor with a soft and spongy texture.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Pineapple and Coconut Apam as a snack or dessert.
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