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10-Minute Kaya (Coconut Jam)
A quick and modern method to make silky smooth kaya, a traditional Southeast Asian coconut custard jam, in a fraction of the usual time without sacrificing flavor.
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Ingredients
- 240 g coconut cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 50 g brown sugar (good quality brown or palm sugar)
- 50 g granulated sugar (white sugar)
- 2 g salt
- 2 pandan leaves (optional)
Steps
- 1
In a pot, combine the coconut cream, egg yolks, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and optional pandan leaves.
- 2
Place the pot over heat and begin stirring the mixture.
- 3
Continue to heat and stir constantly for approximately 10 minutes (the creator noted 9 minutes and 40 seconds) until the mixture transforms into a thick, saucy coconut jam.
- 4
Remove from heat once the desired smooth and silky consistency is reached.
- 5
Serve on toast with a slice of cold butter for a traditional Malaysian breakfast.
Notes
The creator emphasizes that this method produces a smooth, non-lumpy kaya. For the best experience, serve as 'Kaya Toast' with a thick slice of cold butter.
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