Kuih Dadar (Kuih Ketayap) – Pandan Coconut Roll Recipe You’ll Love

At AuthenticMalayKitchen.com, we preserve the taste of tradition with recipes that connect you to Malaysia’s rich heritage. Today, we’re rolling into one of the most cherished kuih of all time — Kuih Dadar, or Kuih Ketayap. This soft pandan-flavoured crepe filled with sweet coconut and palm sugar is a must-have at teatime. Light, fragrant, and beautifully green, it’s a treat that’s loved in every Malaysian home.

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🧾 Ingredients:

For the Crepe Batter:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 large egg

  • 1¼ cups coconut milk

  • 1 tbsp pandan juice or ½ tsp pandan paste

  • A pinch of salt

  • A few drops of green food colouring (optional)

  • 1 tbsp oil or melted butter (for cooking)

For the Coconut Filling:

  • 1½ cups grated fresh coconut (white part only)

  • ½ cup gula Melaka (palm sugar), chopped

  • ¼ cup water

  • 1 pandan leaf, knotted

  • A pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:

🥥 Prepare the Filling:

  1. In a pan, combine gula Melaka, water, pandan leaf, and salt.

  2. Cook over medium heat until sugar melts.

  3. Add grated coconut and stir continuously until the mixture thickens.

  4. Let it cool completely and remove the pandan leaf.

🥞 Make the Pandan Crepes:

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, egg, pandan juice, coconut milk, salt, and green colouring.

  2. Strain batter to ensure smooth texture.

  3. Heat a non-stick pan, lightly grease it, and pour a thin layer of batter.

  4. Swirl to coat the pan. Cook until set, about 1–2 minutes. No flipping needed.

🌯 Assemble the Kuih:

  1. Place a spoonful of coconut filling near the edge of the crepe.

  2. Fold sides and roll tightly like a spring roll.

  3. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

💡 Tips for Perfect Kuih Dadar:

  • Use fresh grated coconut for best texture.

  • Strain the batter to avoid clumps.

  • Don’t overfill the crepe or it may tear during rolling.

❓ FAQs

Q: Can I use desiccated coconut?
A: Yes, but soak in warm water first to rehydrate.

Q: How long can I store Kuih Dadar?
A: Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for 1–2 days.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Not recommended — the texture may change after thawing.

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