FYI - A Note about Pandan: In Thailand and other Southeast-Asian countries, real pandan leaves would be used instead of store-bought paste. However, because fresh pandan leaves are difficult to find here in North America, I use this store-bought paste (available at most Asian/Chinese food stores - just ask for it!). I can sometimes buy frozen pandan leaves, but the freezing seems to reduce the flavor so that I'm always disappointed with the results.
Pandan Rice Cake (gluten-free)
By Darlene Schmidt, About.com
Add a few drops of prepared pandan paste and stir. This will turn the batter a bright shade of green. Add more if you want the first layer darker, or less if you want it lighter. Aside from the color, pandan paste adds a delicious flavor to this cake.
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- Soak the Sweet Rice.
- Prepare a Cake Pan and Steamer.
- Prepare First Layer.
- Add Pandan Paste.
- Pour the Batter into the Pan and Steam.
- Prepare the Second Layer.
- Add Pandan Paste.
- Pour Second Layer Batter over First Layer.
- Smooth the Top Layer with a Greased Spoon.
- Serve Your Pandan Rice Cake!
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