Hello, fellow culinary enthusiasts! Today, we’re sharing a recipe for a delicious and nutritious traditional cake—Putu Mayang. This classic Indonesian treat is known for its chewy texture, sweet flavor, and beautiful colorful appearance. Putu Mayang is not only mouth-watering but also packed with healthful ingredients. Let’s follow this recipe and make Putu Mayang at home for a delightful family snack!

Ingredients:

  • 150 g long grain rice flour
  • 500 ml thin coconut milk
  • 50 g tapioca flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 pandan leaf
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 300 ml coconut milk

Syrup Ingredients:

  • 150 g palm sugar
  • 50 g granulated sugar

Instructions:

  1. Add rice flour, salt, and coconut milk to a pot, cook over low heat while stirring until it thickens, then remove from heat.
  2. Transfer to a bowl, gradually add tapioca flour while kneading until well combined.
  3. Divide the dough into three parts, color one part green, one red, and leave one part uncolored.
  4. Pipe the dough onto banana leaves greased with oil.
  5. Steam over medium heat for 15 minutes until cooked, then remove from heat.
  6. To make the palm sugar syrup, put all ingredients in a pot, cook until it boils, then strain. The palm sugar syrup is ready to use.

And that’s how you make delicious and nutritious Putu Mayang. Easy, right? Try making it at home and enjoy the delightful taste of this traditional cake with your loved ones. We hope this recipe inspires you to bring the joy of traditional cuisine into your home. Happy cooking and good luck!