ang ku kueh

modelled after the shells of tortoises, signifying longevity, ang ku kueh is usually red in colour to symbolise fortune and happiness. lately, however, they come in a variety of colours and flavours such as coconut, durian, black sesame, cempedak, etc.

name meaning

hokkien: ang ku kueh - 紅龜粿
- ang: hokkien for red
- ku: hokkien for tortoise

peranakan: kueh ku
- ku: hokkien for tortoise

origin

chinese (hokkien)

main ingredients

- skin: glutinous rice flour, red food colouring
- filling: mung bean paste or ground peanuts, (optional) other flavours
- base: banana leaf

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