Step into the world of traditional Peranakan desserts with Chef Ambrose as you learn to make three iconic treats: Kueh Dada, Ipok Ipok, and Pulut Hitam with Longan. These indulgent kuehs are a celebration of textures and flavours, each with its own unique twist and deeply rooted in Peranakan heritage.
What you’ll learn:
How to prepare Kueh Dada, a delicate dessert with a sweet coconut filling wrapped in a soft, chewy rice flour shell, cooked to perfection
The techniques for crafting Ipok Ipok, a unique savoury-sweet bite-sized dumpling, with a delicate balance of tender dough and filling
How to cook Pulut Hitam with Longan, the rich and creamy black glutinous rice pudding, infused with the sweet aroma of coconut milk and topped with longan for extra depth of flavour
The right methods for steaming and achieving the perfect texture for each kueh, ensuring that each dessert has the right consistency, moisture, and flavour
