Kuih Lapis Pelangi — Rainbow Layer Kuih

Puan Rohani's meticulous rainbow layer kuih — each paper-thin layer steamed individually, alternating colours, resulting in a kuih that has up to 9-11 layers. The method is time-consuming but the result is stunning. All her cooking class students learn this first.

🥘 Ingredients

• The batter: rice flour, tapioca starch, coconut milk, sugar, pandan juice for green layers, and food colouring for remaining colours (pink, yellow, white). A square or rectangular tray that fits your steamer. Technique: thin layers, each steamed 3-4 minutes before adding the next.

👨‍🍳 Steps

1. Step 1: Whisk all batter ingredients together until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve. Divide into equal portions and colour each. Step 2: Oil and preheat pan in steamer (5 min). Step 3: Pour first layer (about 3-4 tbsp). Steam on HIGH heat 3-4 minutes until set...

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