Batar-lenan (coconut corn porridge)

Instructions

1. Dissolve the corn flour in 100 ml of cold water until smooth.
2. Heat the remaining water with the coconut milk, the pandan leaf if using, and a pinch of salt.
3. Pour in the dissolved flour while whisking, then simmer gently for 15 minutes until thickened.
4. Add the desiccated coconut, sugar and vanilla, then stir for another 5 minutes.
5. Remove the pandan leaf and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Serve warm, topped with a little fresh coconut if you like.