Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup durian flesh
- 2 eggs
- 2 pandan leaves
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- Banana leaves
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the glutinous rice and soak it in water for at least 2 hours.
2. Drain the rice and place it in a steamer lined with banana leaves.
3. Add 1 cup of water and 1/2 tsp of salt to the rice and steam it for 20 minutes or until cooked.
4. In a separate pot, heat the coconut milk, sugar, and pandan leaves until the sugar dissolves.
5. Beat the eggs and mix them into the coconut milk mixture.
6. Remove the pandan leaves and stir in the durian flesh.
7. Spread the cooked glutinous rice evenly on a baking dish lined with banana leaves.
8. Pour the durian mixture over the rice and steam it for another 20 minutes.
9. Let it cool before cutting it into small squares.
Time:
Preparation time: 2 hours
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Temperature:
Steaming temperature: 100°C (212°F)
Serving size:
Makes 12-16 squares
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 180
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 100mg
Sugar: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use regular rice instead of glutinous rice, but the texture will be different.
- You can use regular milk instead of coconut milk, but the flavor will be different.
- You can use other fruits instead of durian, but the flavor will be different.
Variations:
- You can add a layer of cooked mung beans between the rice and durian mixture.
- You can use different types of fruit, such as mango or jackfruit.
- You can add food coloring to the rice or durian mixture for a more colorful presentation.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to soak the glutinous rice for at least 2 hours to ensure even cooking.
- Use fresh pandan leaves for the best flavor.
- Use ripe durian for a sweeter taste.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the squares to prevent the rice from sticking.
Storage instructions:
Store the Seri Muka Durian in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Steam the squares for a few minutes to reheat them before serving.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the squares on a platter and garnish with fresh pandan leaves or slices of durian.
Garnishes:
Fresh pandan leaves or slices of durian.
Pairings:
Serve with hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
None.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add a little more water before steaming.
- If the durian mixture is too runny, cook it for a few more minutes to thicken it.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and cook the dish thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Seri Muka is a traditional Malaysian dessert that is usually made with pandan-flavored glutinous rice and a layer of sweet coconut custard.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, creamy, and slightly savory.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Malaysian