{"id":"klepon_4fe0f49f8f","slug":"klepon","title":"Klepon","description":"A delightful Indonesian dessert consisting of soft, green glutinous rice balls filled with molten palm sugar and coated in savory shredded coconut.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":25,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"250g glutinous rice flour","name":"Glutinous Rice Flour","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"also known as sweet rice flour","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"200ml warm water with pandan extract","name":"Pandan extract","quantity":200,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"warm","notes":"mixed with 1 tsp pandan paste or extract","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"100g palm sugar, finely chopped","name":"Palm Sugar","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3.5","usUnit":"oz","form":"finely chopped","notes":"Gula Melaka or Javanese palm sugar","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"100g freshly grated coconut","name":"Coconut","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"freshly grated","notes":"use only the white part","group":"Coating","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"divided for coconut and dough","group":"Seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Mix the freshly grated coconut with a pinch of salt and steam for about 10 minutes. This prevents the coconut from spoiling quickly. Set aside to cool.","group":"Preparation","title":"Mix the freshly grated coconut","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and a pinch of salt. Gradually pour in the warm pandan water while kneading until you have a smooth, pliable dough that doesn't stick to your hands.","group":"Dough","title":"Combine the glutinous rice flour and a pinch of salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Take about 1 tablespoon of dough, roll it into a ball, and flatten it. Place about 1/2 teaspoon of chopped palm sugar in the center. Carefully fold the edges up and roll it back into a smooth ball. Repeat for the remaining dough.","group":"Assembly","title":"Take about 1 tablespoon of dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Bring a pot of water to a boil. Drop the rice balls into the boiling water. Once they float to the surface, they are cooked. Let them boil for another 1-2 minutes to ensure the sugar inside has melted.","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring a pot of water","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Remove the balls with a slotted spoon, drain slightly, and immediately roll them in the steamed grated coconut until evenly coated.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove the balls","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Be careful when eating these while warm, as the liquid palm sugar in the center can burst out. Freshly grated coconut is highly recommended over dried shredded coconut for the best texture.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Indonesian","Malaysian"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["boil","steam"],"equipment":["Steamer","Large bowl","Pot","Slotted spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":20,"unit":"piece","note":"Makes about 20 small rice balls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be prepared a few hours ahead, but it's best to boil and coat with coconut just before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours. If refrigerated, the dough will harden.","reheatingNotes":"Steam for 2-3 minutes to soften if refrigerated."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fklepon_4fe0f49f8f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f6f5a568-20ad-4013-a244-4acfd6ca0eb0","imageAlt":"Klepon — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["klepon","pandan","coconut","palm sugar","indonesian dessert","gluten free"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Klepon","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T21:13:42.886Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T21:13:42.886Z","related":[{"id":"sinh_to_bo_5930cb274d","slug":"avocado-smoothie-sinh-to-bo","title":"Avocado Smoothie (Sinh Tố Bơ)","description":"A rich, velvety, and incredibly creamy Vietnamese beverage made with ripe buttery avocados and sweetened condensed milk.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsinh_to_bo_5930cb274d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d16782ee-db66-4a6a-b21e-b085fbcaf507","imageAlt":"Avocado Smoothie (Sinh Tố Bơ) — recipe cover","tags":["avocado","smoothie","vietnamese","creamy","healthy fats","refreshing","quick recipe"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":4},{"id":"es_kelapa_muda_af9dc324d4","slug":"es-kelapa-muda","title":"Es Kelapa Muda","description":"A classic, refreshing Indonesian drink made with tender young coconut water and soft meat, lightly sweetened and served over ice.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Indonesian"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fes_kelapa_muda_af9dc324d4%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=75567522-13dd-4f70-9191-6251369f8589","imageAlt":"Es Kelapa Muda — recipe cover","tags":["coconut","refreshing","iced drink","indonesian beverage","tropical","summer drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":4},{"id":"pisang_goreng_e3ba3288a8","slug":"pisang-goreng-southeast-asian-fried-bananas","title":"Pisang Goreng (Southeast Asian Fried Bananas)","description":"A popular Southeast Asian snack featuring ripe bananas dipped in a light, crunchy batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. 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