Out of state visitors rarely attempt the Otak-otak dish ,let alone consider it a treat.
Perhaps the name itself acts as a major turn off.
Directly translated from the Malay language it means "brain" and it doesn't help that the package opens up to look like utter mush.
The Penang version is markedly different in size,colour,shape and taste, from those found in the southern states and beyond.
Made from a paste of whisked eggs,coconut cream,small slices of freshly deboned fish,turmeric and herbs,till it reaches the consistency of a soft custard like brulee,before being skillfully cocooned in a banana leaf origami ,the yellow paste is steamed in parcels rather than flat grilled till red.
Portions are larger and fresh herbs such as,wild betel and kaffir lime leaves,are an indispensable part of the recipe.
When consumed on a regular basis it acts like an internal douche in helping to keep the female reproductive organs healthy,while easing flatulence and constipation.
Addition of the fresh turmeric helps tighten the vagina,which loosens with age or childbirth.No need for invasive surgery.
Just relish every spoonful.
To me,I like the ones sold in Lam Heng Cafe,based on the fact that it is hotter than usual till my eardrums feel they are about to burst.
Perhaps the name itself acts as a major turn off.
Directly translated from the Malay language it means "brain" and it doesn't help that the package opens up to look like utter mush.
The Penang version is markedly different in size,colour,shape and taste, from those found in the southern states and beyond.
Made from a paste of whisked eggs,coconut cream,small slices of freshly deboned fish,turmeric and herbs,till it reaches the consistency of a soft custard like brulee,before being skillfully cocooned in a banana leaf origami ,the yellow paste is steamed in parcels rather than flat grilled till red.
Portions are larger and fresh herbs such as,wild betel and kaffir lime leaves,are an indispensable part of the recipe.
When consumed on a regular basis it acts like an internal douche in helping to keep the female reproductive organs healthy,while easing flatulence and constipation.
Addition of the fresh turmeric helps tighten the vagina,which loosens with age or childbirth.No need for invasive surgery.
Just relish every spoonful.
To me,I like the ones sold in Lam Heng Cafe,based on the fact that it is hotter than usual till my eardrums feel they are about to burst.
