Chwee kueh

Chwee kueh is a cherished breakfast delicacy, especially popular in Singapore and Johor. This dish, which has its origins in Teochew cuisine, features steamed rice cakes paired with savory preserved radish. You'll find chwee kueh enjoyed not just in China and Malaysia but across various parts of Southeast Asia as well.

Preparing chwee kueh involves steaming a mixture of rice flour and water in small, saucer-shaped aluminum cups. Once cooked, these rice cakes take on a bowl-like form. While the rice cakes themselves are fairly plain in flavor, they are traditionally topped with finely diced preserved radish and served with a spicy chili sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.