Rice Cake with Peanut Sauce
Pencuci Mulut • Malaysia
How to Make Rice Cake with Peanut Sauce (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Rice Cake with Peanut Sauce, locally known as 'Kueh Lontong dengan Kuah Kacang', is a beloved Malaysian dish that beautifully showcases the multicultural heritage of Malaysia. Traditionally served during festive occasions such as Hari Raya, this dessert combines soft, steamed rice cakes ('lontong') with a fragrant peanut sauce, featuring local ingredients like pandan leaves and lemongrass. The rice cake’s subtle flavor is perfectly complemented by the rich, nutty, and slightly spicy peanut sauce, making it a satisfying yet light dessert. Malaysia’s culinary landscape thrives on the fusion of Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences, and this dish is a testament to that blend. Using santan (coconut milk), roasted peanuts, and aromatic spices, Rice Cake with Peanut Sauce is both comforting and nutritious. By preparing it with health-conscious methods and fresh, local ingredients, you can enjoy the authentic taste of Malaysia while tracking your calories. This vegetarian-friendly dessert is ideal for those who appreciate wholesome, traditional Malaysian cuisine.
Bahan-bahan(untuk 2 pieces rice cake with 1/4 cup peanut sauce)
- 1 cup Rice (beras)
- 1 1/2 cups Water
- 2 leaves Pandan Leaves (daun pandan)
- 1/2 cup Roasted Peanuts (kacang tanah)
- 1/4 cup Santan (Coconut Milk) (light santan for lower calories)
- 1 tablespoon Palm Sugar (gula Melaka)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Chili Paste (cili giling) - pilihan
- 1 stalk Lemongrass (serai, bruised)
- 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce (for flavor depth)
Arahan
- 1
Wash the rice thoroughly. Place rice, water, and pandan leaves in a rice cooker. Cook until soft and sticky.
15 minutes
Use glutinous rice for a stickier texture.
- 2
Once cooked, transfer rice to a lined tray. Press firmly with a spatula to compact and let cool. Cut into bite-sized cubes.
5 minutes
Pressing ensures the rice cake holds its shape.
- 3
In a blender, pulse roasted peanuts until finely ground. Set aside.
2 minutes
Avoid over-blending to retain some texture.
- 4
Heat a pan. Add santan, palm sugar, salt, chili paste (optional), and lemongrass. Stir until sugar dissolves and sauce thickens.
5 minutes
Use low heat to prevent santan from curdling.
Kenapa hidangan ini sihat
This dish is a healthy choice because it leverages natural, minimally processed Malaysian ingredients. The rice cake is steamed, avoiding excess oils, and the peanut sauce is made from roasted peanuts, providing heart-healthy fats. Using light santan and less palm sugar lowers the glycemic impact and calorie count, making it suitable for calorie-conscious eaters and vegetarians.
Rice Cake with Peanut Sauce is rich in plant-based protein and healthy fats from peanuts. The use of santan offers medium-chain triglycerides, which are beneficial for energy. Pandan leaves and lemongrass provide antioxidants and essential minerals. By using light coconut milk and moderating palm sugar, this dessert is lower in calories and saturated fat. It also supplies B vitamins from rice, calcium from peanuts, and fiber to aid digestion.
Petua
- 💡Tip 1: Compact the rice well to achieve firm, non-crumbling cakes.
- 💡Tip 2: Toast peanuts before blending for enhanced aroma.
- 💡Tip 3: Adjust the sweetness and spiciness of the peanut sauce to suit your preference.
Penyimpanan & hidangan
Store rice cakes and peanut sauce separately in airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat peanut sauce gently before serving.
Paling sesuai dihidang: Breakfast or Lunch
Fakta Nutrisi
| Nutrien | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Tenaga | 220.0 kcal |
