Published Feb 22, 2021 Updated Aug 23, 2024
Cassava
What is cassava? It is a woody shrub found in South America, tropical and subtropical regions. It has an edible root which is starchy, fibrous and packed of carbohydrates. It is called yuca in the United States. In Southeast Asian countries, for example: Malaysia, it is made into cassava cake. The cake is called “kuih bingka ubi” and great with coffee. Kuih is a local term for bite-sized sweet cakes and served in the morning or as an after a sweet dessert.
Cassava Cake
In home kitchen, you can make the recipe by mixing grated cassava, sugar, coconut milk, water, potato starch and salt until well combined. This recipe is laborious and takes a long time to make from start to finish. In the old days, this delicacy is hand made and everything is made from scratch. Next, steam the mixture in a steamer until it firms up and cooked. Finally, cut the cake into bite-sized pieces and coat evenly with the shredded coconut before serving.
What To Serve With This Recipe
There are many types of kuih in Malaysia. If you wish to try making kuih at home, I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
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