SWEET DIM SUM: This is a simple and easy recipe to follow to prepare your own version of this popular and delicious dessert served at dim-sum time.

COCONUT CAKE 椰汁糕:

 

 

 

 

1 cup water                                                                 

5 oz. sugar

1 oz. unflavoured gelatine                                          

1 cup coconut milk

1 cup milk                                                                  

¾ cup egg whites

 

 

 

 

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add in sugar and cook over low heat, stirring continuously to dissolve sugar.  Remove from heat and cool it slightly before adding in gelatine. Return pan to low heat, stirring constantly to completely dissolve gelatine.

 

Add coconut milk and milk into gelatine mixture. Chill in refrigerator until half set, and the consistency of thick cream.

 

Beat egg whites until stiff, gradually fold in gelatine and milk mixture. Beat at low speed to mix thoroughly.

 

Pour mixture into a container lined with waxed paper. Refrigerate for several hours or until set and firm. Un-mould and cut into pieces to serve.