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Putu Kacang Hijau (Green Bean Cake) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of green beans, peeled and finely ground
- 1 cup of grated coconut
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter

Special Equipment Needed:
- Food processor
- Steamer
- Putu mould

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a food processor, grind the green beans until they are finely ground.
2. In a bowl, mix together the ground green beans, grated coconut, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the melted butter and mix until everything is well combined.
4. Grease the putu mould with some butter.
5. Fill the mould with the mixture and press it down firmly.
6. Place the mould in a steamer and steam for about 15 minutes.
7. Remove the mould from the steamer and let it cool.
8. Serve the putu kacang hijau with some grated coconut and sugar.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Temperature: Medium-high
Serving Size: 4-6 servings

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for Ingredients
- Coconut: You can use almond flour or oat flour as a substitute for the grated coconut.
- Sugar: You can use honey or maple syrup as a substitute for the sugar.

Variations:
- You can add some pandan leaves to the mixture for a more fragrant flavour.
- You can add some chopped nuts to the mixture for a crunchy texture.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure that the mixture is well combined before filling the mould.
- Grease the mould with some butter to prevent the putu from sticking to the mould.

Storage Instructions:
Putu kacang hijau can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Putu kacang hijau can be reheated in the microwave for about 1 minute.

Presentation Ideas:
Putu kacang hijau can be served on a plate with some grated coconut and sugar.

Garnishes:
- Grated coconut
- Sugar

Pairings:
Putu kacang hijau goes well with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fried bananas
- Fried tempeh
- Fried tofu

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the putu is sticking to the mould, make sure that you have greased the mould with some butter.
- If the putu is not cooked through, steam it for a few more minutes.

Food Safety Advice:
Make sure that all the ingredients are fresh and of good quality before using them.

Food History:
Putu kacang hijau is a traditional Malaysian snack that is usually served during special occasions.

Flavor Profiles:
Putu kacang hijau has a sweet and nutty flavour with a hint of coconut.

Serving Suggestions:
Putu kacang hijau can be served as a snack or dessert.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Savory, Nutty, Fragrant