A mesmerizing multi-layered steamed cake with alternating colors, each gossamer layer made from rice flour, coconut milk, and sugar, resulting in a bouncy, sweet confection.
Ingredients
250g rice flour
80g tapioca flour
400ml coconut milk
300ml water
250g sugar
Pandan extract (green color)
Rose syrup or red food coloring
Pinch of salt
Oil for brushing
Instructions
1Combine rice flour, tapioca flour, and salt. Gradually whisk in coconut milk and water until smooth.
2Dissolve sugar in the batter over low heat, stirring constantly. Strain.
3Divide batter into two portions. Color one green with pandan extract and one pink with rose syrup.
4Oil a square tin and place in a steamer over boiling water.
5Pour a thin layer of green batter and steam 5 minutes. Add a thin layer of pink and steam 5 minutes. Repeat.
6Continue alternating layers until all batter is used (aim for 9-12 layers). Steam the final layer for 15 minutes.
Did You Know?
The number of layers in a kuih lapis is a point of pride — the more layers achieved, the more skilled the cook is considered.