Steamed Nian Gao with Coconut (Nian Gao Onde Onde) 椰丝蒸年糕
Steamed nian gao rolled in white and palm sugar coconut. These onde-onde like coconut balls are chewy and sweet, filled with coconut aroma. Truly addictive!
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 cups white coconut (grated)
- 1 cup palm sugar coconut (grated)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 250 grams nian gao (cut into thin pieces)
- 1 piece banana leaf
Instructions
- 1
First, mix together grated white coconut, palm sugar flavoured grated coconut and salt in a shallow bowl. Set aside for later use. See how to make Palm Sugar Coconut Filling: https://huangkitchen.com/pandan-coconut-huat-kueh
- 2
Then, cut hardened nian gao into thin slices.
- 3
Place the nian gao slices on a large, heat-proof plate lined with oiled banana leaf.
- 4
Prepare steamer by bringing a wok of water to a boil. Place the plate of sliced nian gao into the steamer.
- 5
Cover with lid and steam on medium heat for 10 minutes.
- 6
When done, remove the soft and melted nian gao from steamer.
- 7
Using 2 teaspoons, scape a piece of the sticky nian gao onto one of the spoons.
- 8
Then, roll it in the aromatic coconut mixture to form into a ball. Toss well to evenly coat the nian gao with the grated coconut.
- 9
Place on serving plate and repeat the same for the rest of the sticky nian gao.
- 10
For better presentation, make a pandan leaf casing for the steamed nian gao.
- 11
Place the coconut coated nian gao into the prepared casing and serve immediately. Best eaten warm with hot chinese tea. As always, ENJOY!