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RCI-BR.008.0125.001

Mote Lone Yay Paw

Mote Lone Yay Paw (Teething Cake) is a popular Burmese cake that is prepared in celebration of a baby’s first tooth.

vegetarian
Prep15 min
Cook0 min
Total15 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

Method

1
Combine plain white flour, rice flour, salt, and bicarbonate of soda in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly to distribute the leavening agent evenly throughout the dry ingredients.
2
Add sesame or corn oil and water to the dry mixture, stirring until a thick, smooth dough forms that holds together but is not sticky.
3
Knead the dough gently for 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and slightly elastic.
3 minutes
4
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into a ball about the size of a walnut. Flatten each ball into a thin disc approximately 1/8 inch thick.
5
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until it is hot but not smoking.
2 minutes
6
Pan-fry each dough disc for 1-2 minutes per side until light golden brown and puffed slightly, working in batches to avoid crowding.
5 minutes
7
Transfer the cooked bread discs to a plate lined with paper towels to cool slightly.
8
Break or tear the cooled bread discs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large serving bowl.
9
In a separate pot, combine coconut milk, grated coconut, grated palm sugar, and sugar over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is warm throughout.
8 minutes
10
Pour the warm coconut sweet sauce over the bread pieces in the serving bowl, stirring gently to coat all pieces evenly.
11
Allow the dish to rest for 2-3 minutes so the bread absorbs the sauce, then serve warm in individual bowls or as a shared dessert.