Seri Muka - Malaysian Coconut Sticky Rice Cake
Discover Seri Muka, a traditional sweet and creamy Malaysian dessert. This two-layered cake combines a tender sticky rice base with a rich coconut custard topping. An exotic delight to enjoy!
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 cups glutinous rice
- 2/3 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- 5 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup coconut cream
- 2/3 cup sugar
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- 1
Soak the glutinous rice in water for at least 1 hour and 30 minutes. Drain well.
- 2
Prepare a 9-inch round or square cake pan. Spray with cooking spray or line with plastic wrap.
- 3
Mix the coconut milk, water, salt, and drained glutinous rice. Pour the mixture into the pan.
- 4
Steam for 30 minutes.
- 5
Gently fluff the rice and remove pandan knots if used.
- 6
Using a well-greased spatula, flatten the cooked rice evenly. Ensure there are no holes or air bubbles.
- 7
Whisk the eggs, coconut cream, sugar, cornstarch, and flour until the batter is smooth.
- 8
Pour this mixture evenly over the rice base.
- 9
Steam again until the top layer is firm and slightly golden.
- 10
Let cool completely before serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
Use high-quality glutinous rice. Thorough soaking is essential for the right texture. Ensure the base is well-flattened without air bubbles. Let cool before slicing for clean portions.
