11 May 2016

Malaysia to the world: 7 popular Malaysian teatime fare

Malaysia.  It's May and "summer" beckons, so to speak.  Not that we'll ever have the luxury of experiencing the other three cooler seasons bar a cataclysmic polar shift, but because of the (usually) low rainfall, May through September is generally deemed the best time of year to visit this beautiful land.  It is, however, also the hottest - meaning if you're intent on being out and about under the perennially-angry equatorial sun for more than a couple of hours each day, you'll want to make sure you stay well-hydrated.  And fed.

To this end, I urge you to take the opportunity if ever you're in the country to experience a traditional Malaysian teatime and sample some of our unique teatime fare.  Truth is, Malaysians love teatime.  Typically enjoyed during mid-afternoon, it offers a brief breakaway from the daily grind to catch up with friends and workmates or simply to chill.  More significantly, it's when we get to satisfy our post-lunch food cravings before the evening's main meal (yes, we Malaysians seemingly can't stop eating).  Here, for the benefit of my foreign readers, are some of our favourite teatime eats.

1.  KAYA ON TOAST.  This is an extremely popular teatime snack among Malaysians.  Kaya is essentially a sweet, creamy coconut spread made from coconut milk, eggs, sugar and flavoured using pandan (screwpine) leaves.  Popular in Malaysia and Singapore, a well-made kaya spread sandwiched between warm toast - more so with a few thin slices of cold butter thrown in - truly is a recipe to die for, and tales of visitors getting hooked on this unique Malaysian offering are not unheard of.  Best enjoyed with "Kopi-O" or black local coffee.

Kaya on toast


2.  CURRY PUFF.  This is a deep-fried puff pastry (not unlike the Spanish's empanadas) with special curry-based fillings.  The curry is usually thick and dry to prevent it from oozing out of the pastry shell.  Especially popular as a light snack in Malay and Indian eateries, curry puff fillings come in many variations.  These include vegetarian, egg, potato, chicken, sardine and even Paneer.  Sometimes spicy but rarely hot, curry puffs make for an excellent afternoon snack.

Curry puff


3.  EGG TART is essentially a custard tart consisting of a pastry crust filled with egg custard.  The pastry of a perfectly-baked egg tart is flaky and aromatic, and the custard sweet and velvety soft.  Immensely-popular in this part of the world (more so in the Far East), egg tarts are best enjoyed with a cup of hot milk tea or white coffee.  Probably the lightest snack among the six mentioned here.
Egg tart


4.  KUIH LAPIS  [translation: cake (kuih) and layered (lapis), i.e. layered cake].  Despite its name, kuih lapis isn't exactly a "cake" per se.  This is because the term kuih (pronounced "koo-ay") is broadly used in Malaysia as a reference to any bite-sized cakes, cookies, dumplings or pastries.  Kuih lapis is a rich, sweet steamed "cake" consisting of thin alternating layers made from rice flour, coconut milk, eggs, butter and sugar - each coloured with edible colouring and laboriously piled one on top of another.  The rich and unmistakable taste of coconut makes kuih lapis a truly delicious Malaysian offering that will leave you wanting more.  And more.

Kuih lapis


5.  ONDE-ONDE  (pronounced on-day-on-day)  This is a traditional Malaysian kuih made from glutinous rice flour shaped into bite-sized balls infused with pandan (screwpine) leaf juice and thick, concentrated palm sugar.  These are then steamed and, before serving, rolled in with generous amounts of soft, steamed grated coconut.  What makes onde-onde truly special (and some say addictive) is how the palm sugar within literally bursts into your mouth each time you take a bite, waking your taste bud like few other foods can.  Definitely something every visitor to Malaysia must try before they leave.


Onde-onde


6.  PEANUT PANCAKE.  In it's most basic form, peanut pancake is a crisp, thin pancake generously filled with butter, roasted ground peanuts and creamy sweet corn.  The pancake is then folded into a semicircle and cut into wedges before serving.  Despite its popularity as a teatime snack, peanut pancake is also sometimes enjoyed as a dessert - especially in the evening.  My personal favourite among the seven goodies mentioned here.


Peanut pancake


7.  PISANG GORENG.  Literally translating into "fried banana", pisang goreng is arguably the No. 1 teatime snack food in Malaysia - possibly even in South East Asia.  Making them is easy; the banana is simply battered and deep-fried.  That's it.  Best enjoyed with piping hot black local coffee.  Heavenly stuff.

Pisang goreng


All of the teatime snacks I've mentioned here can easily be found at any of our many open-air night markets, street vendors or traditional, ceiling fan-type of coffee shops around the country.  They're inexpensive as well; prices range from only USD0.30 for four pieces of kuih lapis or pisang goreng to USD0.40 for one curry puff or peanut pancake.  Malaysians love them, I love them and I've no doubt you will too.  But, hey, don't take my word for it; come to Malaysia and find out for yourself how good they really are.  Bon appetit!







Which of the teatime fare here do you think you'll like most?  Or if you've been to Malaysia, have you tried any of them?  Which was your favourite?

91 comments:

  1. I can't choose. I want them all! ���� -M. Y.-

    ReplyDelete
  2. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. esr sr01 wheels

    ReplyDelete
  3. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. Visit Here

    ReplyDelete
  4. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger Visit here

    ReplyDelete
  5. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. jnc 005

    ReplyDelete
  6. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. xxr 530

    ReplyDelete
  7. It’s really a nice and useful piece of information. I am glad that you shared this useful information with us. Please keeps us to date like this .thank you for sharing.wheels outlet

    ReplyDelete
  8. Thanks for the blog filled with so many information. Stopping by your blog helped me to get what I was looking for. Now my task has become as easy as ABC. 먹튀검증
    스포츠중계
    안전놀이터
    꽁머니

    ReplyDelete
  9. Thanks for the best blog. it was very useful for me.keep sharing such ideas in the future as well. 먹튀검증
    안전놀이터
    토토사이트
    꽁머니

    ReplyDelete
  10. I respect this article for the very much investigated substance and magnificent wording. I got so included in this material that I couldn't quit perusing. I am awed with your work and aptitude. Much obliged to you to such an extent.當舖

    ReplyDelete
  11. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. 快速貸款

    ReplyDelete
  12. This is certainly as well a really good posting we seriously experienced looking through. It is far from on a daily basis we have risk to check out a little something.www.ezchance.com.tw

    ReplyDelete
  13. incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. poe chaos orb price

    ReplyDelete
  14. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. path of exile items

    ReplyDelete
  15. I think this is an informative post and it is very beneficial and knowledgeable. Therefore, I would like to thank you for the endeavors that you have made in writing this article. All the content is absolutely well-researched. Thanks. buy poe items

    ReplyDelete
  16. There is noticeably a bundle to know about this. I assume you made certain nice points in features also . ff14 gil

    ReplyDelete
  17. I think this is an informative post and it is very beneficial and knowledgeable. Therefore, I would like to thank you for the endeavors that you have made in writing this article. All the content is absolutely well-researched. Thanks. fast wow classic gold

    ReplyDelete
  18. incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. wow classic gold for sale

    ReplyDelete
  19. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. 婚姻介紹所

    ReplyDelete
  20. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. 婚姻介紹

    ReplyDelete
  21. Excellent read, I just passed this onto a colleague who was doing a little research on that. And he actually bought me lunch because I found it for him smile So let me rephrase that. 婚姻介紹所邊間好

    ReplyDelete
  22. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. 香港婚姻介紹所

    ReplyDelete
  23. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. !www.ezchance.com.tw

    ReplyDelete
  24. I respect this article for the very much investigated substance and magnificent wording. I got so included in this material that I couldn't quit perusing. I am awed with your work and aptitude. Much obliged to you to such an extent.!https://ezchance.com.tw

    ReplyDelete
  25. Thanks for the best blog. it was very useful for me.keep sharing such ideas in the future as well.極速約會

    ReplyDelete
  26. Good site! I really love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I’m wondering how I might be notified whenever a new post has been made.極速約會

    ReplyDelete
  27. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. I can see why since you have done such a good job of making it interesting. speed dating 公司

    ReplyDelete
  28. Good site! I really love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I’m wondering how I might be notified whenever a new post has been made.香港 speed dating

    ReplyDelete
  29. Totally incredible posting! Heaps of valuable data and motivation, both of which we all need!Relay value your work rare dankness seeds

    ReplyDelete
  30. I got what you mean , thanks for posting .Woh I am happy to find this website through google.rare dankness seeds

    ReplyDelete
  31. There is noticeably a bundle to know about this. I assume you made certain nice points in features also . mini cpap amazon

    ReplyDelete
  32. Incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. mini cpap amazon

    ReplyDelete
  33. I respect this article for the very much investigated substance and magnificent wording. I got so included in this material that I couldn't quit perusing. I am awed with your work and aptitude. Much obliged to you to such an extent.apap machine cost

    ReplyDelete
  34. Outstanding article! I want people to know just how good this information is in your article. Your views are much like my own concerning this subject. I will visit daily your blog because I know. It may be very beneficial for me. 香港 交友 app

    ReplyDelete
  35. I think this is an informative post and it is very beneficial and knowledgeable. Therefore, I would like to thank you for the endeavors that you have made in writing this article. All the content is absolutely well-researched. Thanks. 香港 交友 app

    ReplyDelete
  36. After exploring a few of the blog posts on your web site, I
    really like your way of blogging. I saved as a favorite it to my bookmark
    website list and will be checking back soon. Take
    a look at my web site as well and tell me how you feel. 일본야동


    ReplyDelete
  37. Excellent read, I just passed this onto a colleague who was doing a little research on that. And he actually bought me lunch because I found it for him smile So let me rephrase that. почему стоит следить за своей осанкой

    ReplyDelete
  38. https://bershama.com/ركن-الدراما-اليابانية

    ReplyDelete
  39. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. فساتين محجبات 2020

    ReplyDelete
  40. This blog is very attraction to me .I really like this article and your writing skill is very fantastic and beautiful . thanks a lot for the good language https://www.gaming4ez.com/FFXIV_Gil/ffxiv-gil

    ReplyDelete
  41. Would love to always get updated outstanding blog !https://www.gaming4ez.com/FFXIV_Gil/ffxiv-gil

    ReplyDelete
  42. Outstanding article! I want people to know just how good this information is in your article. Your views are much like my own concerning this subject. I will visit daily your blog because I know. It may be very beneficial for me. cannabis seeds

    ReplyDelete
  43. FDA Pfizer vaccine approval imminent... Inoculation as early as 14 days

    the FDA Advisory Committee of the US Food and Drug Administration recommends approval for emergency use of Pfizer's COVID- 19 vaccine, the FDA is expected to make a final approval decision sooner or later.

    U.S. health officials have approved the FDA and said vaccinations would begin as early as next Monday.

    Correspondent Yeo Hong-gyu from Washington reports.

    ◀ Report ▶ The

    FDA Advisory Committee recommended approval for urgent use of the Pfizer vaccine, but one day has passed, but the FDA has not yet made a final approval decision. FDA Director

    Stephen Han made a statement and stated that following the positive results of the Advisory Committee meeting the day before, FDA will work quickly to finalize the emergency use approval process. The New York Times said the FDA aims to approve as early as Friday evening local time and Saturday morning Korean time. After FDA approval, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC 우리카지노 https://www.topseom.com/topseom

    ReplyDelete
  44. incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. Website

    ReplyDelete
  45. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. Pest Control in San Diego

    ReplyDelete
  46. incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. Website

    ReplyDelete
  47. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collections/chevrolet-camaro-wheels

    ReplyDelete
  48. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. https://www.wheelsoutlet.com/collections/f1r-wheels

    ReplyDelete
  49. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collections/esr-sr01-wheels

    ReplyDelete
  50. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. https://www.aspiremotoring.com/collections/esr-sr08-wheels

    ReplyDelete
  51. incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. Bankofseeds

    ReplyDelete
  52. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. Bankofseeds

    ReplyDelete
  53. incredible article distributed here by you. i've for a long while been itching to adapt new things with respect to this subject, and i have unquestionably adapted new things today. cisa exam cost

    ReplyDelete
  54. Outstanding article! I want people to know just how good this information is in your article. Your views are much like my own concerning this subject. I will visit daily your blog because I know. It may be very beneficial for me. cisa exam cost

    ReplyDelete
  55. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. https://buyitcert.com/casp-plus.html

    ReplyDelete
  56. Totally incredible posting! Heaps of valuable data and motivation, both of which we all need!Relay value your workhttps://www.aspiremotoring.com/collections/fuel-wheels

    ReplyDelete
  57. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. honest review

    ReplyDelete
  58. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. honest review

    ReplyDelete

  59. This blog is very attraction to me .I really like this article and your writing skill is very fantastic and beautiful . thanks a lot for the good language honest review

    ReplyDelete
  60. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing.our article has piqued a lot of positive interest. I can see why since you have done such a good job of making it interesting. detailed reviews

    ReplyDelete
  61. This blog is very attraction to me .I really like this article and your writing skill is very fantastic and beautiful . thanks a lot for the good language detailed reviews

    ReplyDelete
  62. Try to avoid hailing a taxi on the street and avoid at all cost unmarked taxis. Ordering a taxi by phone is cheaper than hailing one on the street. The following taxi companies, with logos well marked on the side of the car, are reliable and reasonably priced. Immobilien in Budapest

    ReplyDelete
  63. The total number of the numbered armies belonging to the camp of Ephraim is one hundred and eight thousand and one hundred, and they shall proceed in the third way.
    In the north end it would be true of the army group only the chiefs of the sons of ammi barge pole son of ahhi Ezer am
    < a href="https://reel114.com/" target="_blank">릴게임

    ReplyDelete
  64. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger.
    Visit Here

    ReplyDelete
  65. What a well written and compassionate article. I found your thoughts and wisdom to be encouraging and helpful. Visit here

    ReplyDelete
  66. A different way to identify an excellent Plastering Contractor to carry out the repairs or renovation in your home. Is usually to ask the closest builders with a good reputation and speak with a lot of them. Click here

    ReplyDelete
  67. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. Dungeons Vault Genetics Seeds

    ReplyDelete

  68. Outstanding article! I want people to know just how good this information is in your article. Your views are much like my own concerning this subject. I will visit daily your blog because I know. It may be very beneficial for me. https://bankofseeds.com/

    ReplyDelete
  69. I think this is an informative post and it is very beneficial and knowledgeable. Therefore, I would like to thank you for the endeavors that you have made in writing this article. All the content is absolutely well-researched. Thanks. Tina Reviews

    ReplyDelete
  70. This blog is very attraction to me .I really like this article and your writing skill is very fantastic and beautiful . thanks a lot for the good language esr sr01

    ReplyDelete
  71. There is a note pack to know about this. I assume you scored some good points in the features as well. 借款

    ReplyDelete
  72. This article is very interesting information. It has helped me a lot. Thank you very much for providing this quality information in an easy-to-understand manner. Our site also provides high-quality information, so it will be helpful for your site. 먹튀

    ReplyDelete
  73. I think this is an informative post and it is very helpful and knowledgeable. So I want to thank you for your efforts in writing this article. All content is well thought out. Thank. 快速借款

    ReplyDelete
  74. There is a note pack to know about this. I assume you scored some good points in the features as well. 快速借貸

    ReplyDelete
  75. I think this is an informative post and it is very beneficial and knowledgeable. Therefore, I would like to thank you for the endeavors that you have made in writing this article. All the content is absolutely well-researched. Thanks. https://www.shopistores.com/search/ecosusi/

    ReplyDelete
  76. I think this is an informative post and it is very beneficial and knowledgeable. Therefore, I would like to thank you for the endeavors that you have made in writing this article. All the content is absolutely well-researched. Thanks.
    https://www.healthy-planet-forum.org/natures-way-valerian-root-530mg-180-capsules-pack-of-2/

    ReplyDelete
  77. There is noticeably a bundle to know about this. I assume you made certain nice points in features also.
    https://www.brokerageyachts.com/the-top-25-bike-stores-in-toronto-by-neighbourhood/

    ReplyDelete
  78. The way you write, you are really a professional blogger. Visit Here

    ReplyDelete
  79. Great read on Teattime fare..Keep sharing such unique piece. Just check this outdoor upholstery fabric

    ReplyDelete
  80. This is a great feature, so much so that you give it and give it away for nothing. Our article has generated a lot of positive interest.借貸

    ReplyDelete
  81. This is certainly as well a really good posting we seriously experienced looking through. It is far from on a daily basis we have risk to check out a little something. TheJustReviews

    ReplyDelete
  82. It’s really a nice and useful piece of information. I am glad that you shared this useful information with us. Please keeps us to date like this .thank you for sharing. https://thejustreviews.com

    ReplyDelete
  83. A decent blog dependably concocts new and energizing data and keeping in mind that understanding I have feel that this blog is truly have each one of those quality that qualify a blog to be a one. vivo X50 5G Price

    ReplyDelete
  84. stunning, great, I was wondering how to cure skin break out ordinarily. likewise, found your site by google, took in an extraordinary arrangement, now i'm fairly clear. I've bookmark your site and moreover incorporate rss. keep us invigorated. Oppo A54 Price In Pakistan

    ReplyDelete