Kaya Toast
It is one of the most popular breakfast dishes in Singapore. Kaya Toast is a delicious combination of toasted bread, coconut jam, and butter that creates a unique and delightful flavor.
The toast is typically made from soft, white bread, which is then slathered with a generous amount of kaya, a sweet and creamy jam made from coconut milk, eggs, pandan, and sugar. To add an extra touch of richness, a slab of butter is added to the warm toast, melting and mingling with the kaya. The result is a perfect harmony of sweet, aromatic, and buttery flavors that is simply irresistible.
Kaya toast is often enjoyed with a cup of hot aromatic coffee or tea, making it a comforting and satisfying breakfast option for many people in the region. You can easily find Kaya toast on many streets of Singapore. This dish is loved not only because of its attractive flavor but also because of its convenience. You can eat it on the way to school or work.
Kaya toast's preparation process and appearance have evolved. Instead of using conventional charcoal grills, sellers use electric grills. Hawker workers now order their bread supplies from factories instead of making their own. The ingredients and methods may have been simplified, but the kaya spread itself hasn't changed all that much. Reputable stores like Ya Kun Kaya Toast and Killiney Kopitiam still use traditional recipes to make their kaya spreads.
Recipes for kaya toast in Singapore:
- Step 1: Grab two pieces of bread.
- Step 2: Slice off the bread's crust.
- Step 3: In your toaster, toast the bread slices until they are golden brown, or perhaps a little darker if you, please.
- Step 4: Distribute the kaya evenly across the toast's two sides.
- Step 5: Cut about four thin slices of cold butter and place them on top of the toast.
- Step 6: Place another piece of toast on top.
- Step 7: You can either cut them into four equal pieces or in half diagonally. When the cold butter comes into contact with the toast's heat, it will gradually melt.
