fried carrot cake
fried carrot cake, also known as chai tow kueh. from the name itself is known as chinese food. this is a steamed cake of riceflour and shredded white radish - the "carrot" it's named after. diced and stir fried with garlic, salt pickled radish, and eggs. it comes in two versions, one flavoured with sweet black soy sauce ; the other left white and enchanced with extra egg and sometimes prawns. both get a sprinkle of chopped spring onion and fresh coriander leaves as a final garnish. chilli addicts typically request a dash of chilli paste to be added to the mix too.
fried carrot cake is the most commonly eaten for breakfast and supper. when done well, it has a scrumptious mix of smooth and crisp textures, salty - sweet and mellow flavours, and the smokiness that only a roaring fire can achieve. it's absolutely addictive! this picture was taken from fork and spoon.
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