Resipi Kuih Lepat Labu: Sedap, Lembut & Mudah Dibuat!

Kuih lepat, especially the kuih lepat labu, is a beloved Malaysian and Indonesian traditional snack. Its unique texture and subtly sweet flavour make it a favourite for many. This post will guide you through a simple yet delicious resepi kuih lepat labu that you can easily make at home. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this delightful treat!

Bahan-Bahan yang Diperlukan (Ingredients Needed)

Before we start, let's gather all the necessary ingredients. Ensuring you have everything ready beforehand will make the cooking process much smoother.

Untuk Adunan Inti (For the Filling):

• 1 kg labu, dikupas, dibuang biji dan dipotong dadu (1 kg pumpkin, peeled, deseeded and diced)
• 200g gula pasir (200g granulated sugar)
• 1 sudu teh garam (1 teaspoon salt)
• 1/2 sudu teh serbuk kayu manis (optional) (1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder - optional)

Untuk Adunan Kulit (For the Dough):

• 500g tepung pulut (500g glutinous rice flour)
• 250ml santan pekat (250ml thick coconut milk)
• 100ml air (100ml water)
• 1/2 sudu teh garam (1/2 teaspoon salt)
• Daun pisang untuk membalut (Banana leaves for wrapping)

Cara-Cara Penyediaan (Preparation Steps)

Now, let's move on to the preparation steps. Follow these instructions carefully for the best results.

1. Menyediakan Inti Labu (Preparing the Pumpkin Filling):

1. Kukus labu sehingga lembut (Steam the pumpkin until soft). This usually takes around 20-30 minutes.
2. Lenyekkan labu yang telah dikukus sehingga menjadi pes (Mash the steamed pumpkin into a puree).
3. Dalam periuk, masukkan gula pasir dan garam. Kemudian, masukkan pes labu. Kacau rata dan masak di atas api sederhana sehingga gula larut dan inti agak kering (In a pot, add granulated sugar and salt. Then add the pumpkin puree. Stir well and cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the filling is slightly dry). Add cinnamon powder if using.

2. Menyediakan Adunan Kulit (Preparing the Dough):

1. Dalam satu bekas, satukan tepung pulut, santan pekat, air dan garam (In a bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, thick coconut milk, water, and salt).
2. Gaul sebati sehingga menjadi adunan yang lembut dan tidak melekat di tangan (Mix well until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms).

3. Membalut dan Mengukus Kuih Lepat (Wrapping and Steaming the Kuih Lepat):

1. Ambil sedikit adunan kulit dan leperkan (Take a small amount of dough and flatten it).
2. Letakkan sedikit inti labu di tengah-tengah adunan (Place a small amount of pumpkin filling in the center of the dough).
3. Balut inti labu dengan adunan kulit (Wrap the pumpkin filling with the dough).
4. Balut kuih lepat dengan daun pisang (Wrap the kuih lepat with banana leaves). Secure the leaves using toothpicks or pins.
5. Kukus kuih lepat selama 20-25 minit atau sehingga masak (Steam the kuih lepat for 20-25 minutes or until cooked).

4. Penyediaan Akhir (Final Preparation):

Setelah kuih lepat masak, biarkan ia sejuk sebentar sebelum dihidangkan (Once the kuih lepat is cooked, let it cool slightly before serving). Enjoy your homemade Kuih Lepat Labu!

Tips & Trik (Tips & Tricks)

• Gunakan labu yang manis untuk hasil yang lebih sedap (Use sweet pumpkin for better flavour).
• Pastikan adunan kulit tidak terlalu cair atau terlalu pekat (Ensure the dough is not too watery or too thick).
• Jangan kukus kuih lepat terlalu lama untuk mengelakkan ia menjadi keras (Don't over-steam the kuih lepat to prevent it from becoming hard).
• Anda boleh menyimpan kuih lepat yang telah siap di dalam peti sejuk selama beberapa hari (You can store the finished kuih lepat in the refrigerator for a few days).

This detailed resepi kuih lepat labu will guide you to creating a delightful treat. Selamat mencuba! (Happy trying!) Remember to share your culinary creations with us! #KuihLepatLabu #ResipiKuih #KuihTradisi #MasakanMalaysia #MasakanIndonesia #HomemadeTreats