Pandan Sourdough Mantou French Toast with Kaya Curry Mee Custard

Name: Pandan Sourdough Mantou French Toast with Kaya Curry Mee Custard
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pieces Sourdough Mantou; 1 teaspoon Pandan Extract; 2 large Eggs; 1/2 cup Full Cream Milk; 3 tablespoons Kaya Jam; 1/2 teaspoon Curry Powder; 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder; 1/4 teaspoon Salt; 2 tablespoons Butter; To Taste Gula Melaka Syrup; 1/2 cup Fresh Mango; 1/2 cup Fresh Strawberries

Imagine the comforting warmth of French toast infused with the fragrant essence of pandan and the nostalgic sweetness of kaya. This delightful fusion dessert features pandan-infused sourdough mantou, soaked in a rich, savory-sweet Kaya Curry Mee custard, and finished with tropical fruit and gula melaka. It's a Singaporean twist on a classic comfort food that's sure to impress.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

550

Level

Medium

Yields

4 servings

Cost

S$1.93

Season:

☀️ Summer•tropical

Meal Type:

Breakfast•Dinner•Dessert

Cuisine:

Indian•French•Thai

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

4piecesSourdough Mantou(Store-bought or homemade, preferably day-old)

S$3.50

1teaspoonPandan Extract(Or use fresh pandan leaves, bruised and simmered in milk)

S$0.25

2largeEggs(Free-range preferred)

S$0.60

0.5cupFull Cream Milk(Can substitute with coconut milk for extra richness)

S$0.15

3tablespoonsKaya Jam(Homemade or store-bought, smooth texture)

S$0.40

0.5teaspoonCurry Powder(Mild curry powder, adjust to taste)

S$0.05

0.3teaspoonTurmeric Powder(For color and subtle flavour)

S$0.02

0.3teaspoonSalt(Pinch of salt)

2tablespoonsButter(Unsalted, for frying)

S$0.25

To TasteGula Melaka Syrup(Homemade or store-bought)

S$0.50

0.5cupFresh Mango(Diced, or any tropical fruit like pineapple or papaya)

S$0.75

0.5cupFresh Strawberries(Sliced, for garnish)

S$1.25

Total Cost

S$7.72

S$1.93 per serving

The Method

1
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pandan extract, kaya jam, curry powder, turmeric powder and salt until well combined. The mixture should be a vibrant golden-yellow color and smell of sweet kaya and subtle curry spices. This creates the Kaya Curry Mee custard.
2
Slice each mantou horizontally into half. Place the mantou slices in a shallow dish and pour the Kaya Curry Mee custard over them, ensuring they are well soaked. Allow the mantou to soak for about 5-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even saturation. They should feel soft and pliable.
3
Melt one tablespoon of butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and the pan is hot, carefully place the soaked mantou slices in the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it. It will sizzle and release a fragrant aroma.
4
Pan-fry the mantou slices for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to carefully flip them over. Watch closely to prevent burning.
5
Remove the French toast from the pan and place them on a plate. Repeat with the remaining mantou slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
6
Arrange the French toast on a serving plate. Garnish with fresh diced mango and sliced strawberries.
7
Drizzle generously with gula melaka syrup. The rich, caramel-like flavor of the gula melaka perfectly complements the savory-sweetness of the French toast.
8
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

550 kcal / 2301 kJ

Carbs

65g

25% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

35 g

39% of RDA

Sodium

400 mg

17% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavour, use coconut milk instead of regular milk in the custard.

If you don't have gula melaka syrup, you can use maple syrup or honey as a substitute, but the flavor profile will be slightly different.

Adjust the amount of curry powder to your preference. Start with a small amount and add more as needed.

For extra crispiness, try dipping the soaked mantou slices in a mixture of panko breadcrumbs before pan-frying.

Cooking Equipment

Large Bowl

Whisk

Shallow Dish

Non-Stick Pan

Spatula

Wine Pairings

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