Whilst Hari Raya Aidilfitri has come and gone, Hari Raya Haji is next upon us! Have you gotten your assortment of snacks and kuih ready to welcome visitors? If not, it might be time to browse through our selection for online pastry delivery in Singapore!
Spending time with relatives and feasting are some of the highlights of Hari Raya Haji in Singapore. Not to mention, family and friends will be gathered around to snack on some kuih raya or traditional snacks while having a good time together.
Many of these kuih-muih are steeped in tradition and eaten in communities throughout Southeast Asia during the festivities. Some are newer creations or modern twists on classic snacks. With so many types of kuih going around the homes during Hari Raya, how many of them do you actually know about?
Let’s take a look at some of the snacks you’ll find being shared during Hari Raya!
Kuih makmur (Malay peanut pastry)
These little leaf-shaped cookies are melt-in-your-mouth and irresistibly tasty. The dusting of icing sugar coats the mouth and lips with refreshing sweetness, while the inside is filled with crushed, sweet toasted peanuts. Some people refer to kuih makmur, kuih arab, and kuih mor as the same thing, but kuih makmur usually refers to the one filled with peanuts, while the other two are plain cookies with no filling.
Biskut suji (Sugee biscuit)
Biskut suji is another cookie commonly eaten during the festivities. Compared to kuih makmur, it is a little more crunchy and crumbly. The word ‘suji’ refers to the semolina flour used, and it is usually mixed with ghee to give the cookie its signature rich, buttery flavour. It’s impossible to stop at just one!
Kuih loyang or kuih ros (Honeycomb cookie)
This incredibly recognisable snack is shaped like a honeycomb or flower, hence the name ‘kuih ros’ (rose kuih). Its other name is kuih loyang, which refers to the mould used to make the fritter (loyang means ‘brass’). A batter is made using egg, sugar, coconut milk, and rice flour and then coated over the mould before being fried into a thin crisp. Interestingly, variations of this snack are also eaten in Scandinavia, US, and India.
Semperit or kuih dahlia (Custard cookie)
Semperit is a crumbly butter custard cookie that pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. It is often called kuih dahlia because of the flower shape it usually comes in. The key to achieving the signature shape is using the right piping tip. As a finishing touch, the cookie is commonly topped with a small piece of glazed cherry.
Kuih lidah kucing (Cat’s tongue)
Cat’s tongue cookies are eaten in many cultures, but the ones we find at Hari Raya have a striking difference: they are in eye-catching rainbow colours! The shape is long and somewhat similar to a cat’s tongue, offering a crisp, sweet, and tasty flavour. Classic kuih lidah kucing is made with just flour, egg, and sugar, but these days you can also find them with a myriad of toppings and flavours, like chocolate, lemon, or matcha.
Conclusion
Are you already salivating reading about these various types of delicious kuih raya? Don’t forget to check out what Polar Puffs & Cakes have to offer in our range of Hari Raya specials! For your family gatherings and parties, we also have vast options of halal-certified cakes, party platters, and pastries to satisfy your family and guests.
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