Steamed Cassava Parcels / Lepat Ubi

I first had a taste of this in an Orang Asli (aboriginal) settlement in year 2000. Another volunteer made this simple steamed cake using just the simple ingredients found at the village.

This is actually a common kuih among the Malays, but I like the version that I tasted there, which was a lot softer, due to the absense of additional tapioca starch.

If you already have the grated cassava on hand, this makes a quick tea time treat.


Steamed Cassava Parcels / Lepat Ubi
Recipe Source: Wendyywy

1 cup packed grated cassava (no need to squeeze dry)
1/4 to 1/3 cup packed freshly grated coconut
1/4 cup sugar
7-10 pieces of banana leaves, cut to about 5X8inches and blanched in boiling water for 2 seconds to soften.

3. Steam on high heat for 10 minutes.