Cek Mek Molek or known as beautiful lady is a traditional Malay kuih originated from East coast of Malaysia. Kelantan where the kuih originated are known for their colurful food culture. Unlike, other traditional Malaysian kuih aka snacks this gorgeous looking kuih are very easy to make in a jiffy. The ingredients are basically simple yet, doesn't compromise in taste.
There are few type of sweet potatoes from yellow to orange and purple. Yellow sweet potato works great for the recepi. For variation you may try with other varieties but, traditional yellow sweet potato are perfect for the Cek Me Molek. Simply love the warm sugar syrup oozing out on every bite. There you go my another encounter with traditional kuih for our tea time treat.
Ingredients
1 cup boiled & mashed yellow sweet potato
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated white sugar
1/2 tsp salt
Oil for deep frying
Methods
In a bowl, combine mashed sweet potato,flour and salt. Knead to form a pliable dough.
Pinch a lime sized portion of the dough and flatten on your palm. Place 1/2 tsp of granulated white sugar in the center of the dough. Fold the dough to seal and shape into a long oval.
Place in a tray and repeat the process with remaining dough and sugar.
Heat oil in a frying pan and fry in batches till golden brown. Transfer to a tray lined with kitchen towel to drain excess oil.
Serve warm.
Notes
- Do make sure the mashed sweet potato cool down completely before kneading to prevent the sugar filling from leaking.
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