Special dessert eaten during Winter Festival/Solstice.

Prep Time
1hr 0min
Cook Time
5min
Total Time
1hr 5min
Nyee recipe

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 mug or bowl)

Dough

  • 75g
    Glutinous Rice Flour (pure)
  • 60mL
    Pandan Juice(two pandan leaves blended with 60 milliter water)
  • 2tbsp
    hot Water
  • Water for boiling

Filling

  • 55g
    Grounded peanut (skinless peanut toasted in oven/air fryer 180° 10 min till golden brown)
  • 1/2tsp
    Sugar
  • 10g
    Honey (as binder)

Syrup

  • 750mL
    Water
  • 1
    Pandan knotted, this will increase its fragrance
  • 75g
    Sugar
  • 1tbsp
    fine shredded Ginger

How to make Nyee

  1. Boil all ingredients for Syrup till sugar dissolve & set aside.

    Mixed all ingredients for Filling. Mix, divide into 16 potions & roll into small balls and set aside.

    Mix Pandan Juice in Glutinous Rice Flour, gradually add hot water to the mix, lightly knead & divide into 16 potions.

    Flatten dough, put peanut ball filling in & wrap. Put in the middle of palm, using both palms roll into a ball. Set aside.

    Heat up water for boiling, add balls into the water, cooked when balls are floating. Sieve syrup. Add balls into syrup & serve.

FAQS

  1. How do I make Nyee dessert step by step?

    To make Nyee, start by boiling water and dissolving sugar to create the syrup. For the filling, mix grounded peanuts, sugar, and honey, then divide into small balls. For the dough, combine glutinous rice flour with pandan juice and hot water, knead lightly, and divide into portions. Flatten each dough piece, place a peanut ball inside, and wrap it up. Boil the filled balls until they float, then serve them in the syrup.

  2. Is Nyee dessert suitable for gluten-free diets?

    Nyee is not suitable for gluten-free diets as it is made with glutinous rice flour, which contains gluten. However, you can experiment with gluten-free alternatives like tapioca flour, but the texture and flavor may vary.

  3. What can I use as a substitute for pandan juice in Nyee?

    If you can't find pandan juice, you can substitute it with a few drops of pandan extract or use a combination of coconut milk and a few drops of green food coloring for a similar flavor and color. Keep in mind that the taste may differ slightly.

  4. How should I store leftover Nyee dessert?

    To store leftover Nyee, place it in an airtight container and refrigerate. It can last for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, you can reheat it gently in a steamer or microwave to restore its texture.

  5. What are some good pairings for serving Nyee dessert?

    Nyee pairs well with a cup of warm ginger tea or coconut milk for a delightful contrast. You can also serve it alongside fresh fruits like mango or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a refreshing twist.

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