Something Luscious, Creamy and Fragrant
September 27, 2021 - Kaya

I have been fasting one day each week, not so much for weight loss but for its overall health benefits. There is something to be said about the strengthened patience and resolved self control that it takes to fast but more importantly, my renewed appreciation for food!  I am looking forward to a spread of silky smooth 'Kaya' on my warm buttered toast paired with a cup of hot coffee or Milo (Malaysian chocolate milk) when I break my fast tomorrow morning and I know I'm set for a beautiful day ahead. 

Kaya means rich in Malaysian language.  It's also the name of our beloved Coconut Egg Jam, perhaps because it is luscious, creamy and fragrant - a ubiquitous breakfast staple in Malaysia and much of Southeast Asia.

I'll be making caramel kaya, just like how my mother-in-law showed me.  It tastes best on thick milk bread toast that's crispy on the outside and still soft and pillowy on the inside.  Paris Baguette has my favorite kind of Milk Bread.

Kaya also tastes great with sticky rice hence in this month's kuih box, you will find:

• Pulut Tekan - steamed glutinous rice infused with coconut milk and butterfly pea flowers topped with Caramel Kaya.
• Kuih Dadar - Pandan flavored crepe filled with grated coconut and gula melaka (palm sugar); light, luscious and likeable 

INGREDIENTS

As always, fresh organic ingredients are used where available and no artificial coloring.  Best for same day consumption. 

Pulut Tekan DF, GF, NF
Glutinous Rice, Coconut Milk, Sugar, Butterfly Pea Flower, Egg
Enjoy at room temperature for same day consumption

Kuih Dadar DF, GF, NF
Coconut, Palm Sugar, Egg, Pandan, All Purpose Flour
Enjoy at room temperature for same day consumption

Kaya DF, GF, NF
Eggs, Coconut Milk, Sugar
Store in refrigerator and consume within 7 days. 

GF Gluten Free, DF Dairy Free, NF Nut Free