Kueh Book | The Rainbow

Traditional Chinese variations dictate exactly nine layers, a number symbolizing longevity and eternity.

Mei poured the blue carefully. The rainbow was growing. the rainbow kueh book

Readers are guided through the traditional extraction of colors from nature. This includes the brilliant blue from butterfly pea flowers ( bunga telang ), vivid greens from pandan juice, and warm yellows from turmeric. vivid greens from pandan juice

Infused sweet potato or glutinous rice balls scented with pandan, filled with liquid palm sugar, and rolled in freshly grated salted coconut, designed to burst with flavor in a single bite. filled with liquid palm sugar

Traditionally, the Chinese variant of this steamed starch cake is called jiu ceng gao

: Provides precise measurements, scientific explanations for how ingredients interact, and step-by-step technique guides.