Kidu-Kidu is one of Indonesia's traditional foods that has a sweet and savory taste. This food is famous in several regions, especially in Sumatra and Kalimantan. Kidu-Kidu is made from sticky rice wrapped in banana leaves and is often served at traditional events or certain celebrations. Its chewy taste and fragrant banana leaf aroma make kidu-kidu a snack that is very popular with many people.
If you are interested in making kidu-kidu at home, here are the steps on how to make it.
Ingredients Needed:
300 grams of white sticky rice
200 ml of thick coconut milk
50 grams of coarsely grated coconut (optional, to add a savory taste)
100 grams of finely grated brown sugar
Sufficient banana leaves to wrap (choose banana leaves that are still fresh and wide)
1/2 teaspoon of salt
Steps to Make Kidu-Kidu:
1. Wash the Sticky Rice
The first step is to wash the sticky rice until clean. Wash the sticky rice under running water until the water that comes out of the sticky rice is no longer cloudy. After washing it clean, soak the sticky rice in water for 3-4 hours. This soaking process is very important to make the sticky rice softer and easier to compact when cooked.
2. Cook Sticky Rice with Coconut Milk
After the sticky rice has been soaked, drain the sticky rice until there is no water left.
Prepare a pan and put the drained sticky rice into the pan.
Pour the thick coconut milk into the pan along with half a teaspoon of salt and grated brown sugar. Stir all these ingredients well.
Cook the sticky rice over low heat while continuing to stir so that the coconut milk is absorbed into the sticky rice and does not break. Cook until the coconut milk is absorbed and the sticky rice is cooked, for about 30 minutes.
Once cooked, remove the pan and let the sticky rice cool slightly. Slot Raffi Ahmad
3. Prepare Banana Leaves
While waiting for the sticky rice to cool, prepare banana leaves to wrap the kidu-kidu. Wash the banana leaves first to remove any dirt that is stuck to them.
After washing, burn the banana leaves briefly over the fire to make them more flexible and not easily torn when wrapped.
Cut the banana leaves into sizes of about 15 cm x 15 cm, enough to wrap one portion of kidu-kidu.
4. Wrap Sticky Rice in Banana Leaves
Take a pinch of cooked sticky rice, then spread it evenly on the prepared banana leaves.
Fold the banana leaves from both sides to form a triangle or rectangle, and press the ends of the banana leaves together so that the sticky rice does not come out. You can use a toothpick or skewer to pin the ends of the banana leaves so that they are tightly wrapped.
5. Steam Kidu-Kidu
After the sticky rice is tightly wrapped in banana leaves, arrange the kidu-kidu in the steamer. Make sure the kidu-kidu are not stacked so that they can cook evenly.
Steam the kidu-kidu for 30-40 minutes until the sticky rice is completely cooked and feels chewy.
Make sure you check the steamer water periodically so that it does not run out, so that the steaming process runs smoothly.
6. Serve Kidu-Kidu
Once the kidu-kidu is cooked, remove it and let it cool slightly.
Kidu-Kidu is ready to be served and enjoyed. You can add a sprinkling of coarsely grated coconut on top to add a savory taste if desired.
Additional Tips:
Filling Variations: Some people add grated coconut filling that has been cooked with brown sugar to the sticky rice before wrapping it. This gives a richer sweet and savory taste.
Additional Seasonings: You can add pandan leaves or kaffir lime leaves when cooking the sticky rice to give the kidu-kidu a distinctive fragrant aroma.
Serving: Kidu-Kidu is very delicious served as a snack or snack at family events, celebrations, or when gathering with friends.
Conclusion:
Kidu-Kidu is a traditional food that is easy to make with simple ingredients but has an extraordinary taste. By following the steps above, you can enjoy chewy, sweet, and savory kidu-kidu right at home. Its distinctive taste and appetizing aroma make kidu-kidu a favorite snack for many people. Don't hesitate to try this recipe and share it with your family or friends!