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Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Do not bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let it cool until lukewarm.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine coconut milk, sugar, and knotted pandan leaves","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rice flour, tapioca flour, and salt.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk together the rice flour, tapioca flour, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Gradually pour the lukewarm coconut milk mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps. Strain the batter through a fine-mesh sieve into another bowl for a smooth texture.","group":"Preparation","title":"Gradually pour the lukewarm coconut milk mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Divide the batter into two equal portions. Leave one portion white. Add the food coloring to the other portion and mix well.","group":"Preparation","title":"Divide the batter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Grease an 8-inch square pan with a little oil. Place the pan in a steamer and preheat for 5 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Grease an 8-inch square pan","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Pour a thin layer (about 1/2 cup) of the white batter into the pan. Steam for 5-7 minutes over medium-high heat until set. Pour a layer of the colored batter over the first layer and steam for another 5-7 minutes. Repeat until all batter is used, ending with a colored layer.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour a thin layer of the white batter","timerMinutes":45,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"For the final layer, steam for an additional 15 minutes to ensure the whole cake is fully cooked. Remove the pan from the steamer and let it cool completely for at least 4 hours at room temperature.","group":"Cooking","title":"For the final layer, steam","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Always allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean layers. Use a plastic knife or a knife wrapped in cling film to prevent sticking.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Malaysian","Singaporean","Indonesian"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["steam"],"equipment":["Steamer","8-inch square pan","Whisk","Sieve","Mixing bowls"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"cake","note":"8x8 inch square pan"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Can be made 24 hours in advance and stored at room temperature, though texture is best when fresh."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container at room temperature. 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