Pandan leaves are used a lot in cooking and baking in the region around here. I got my plants from my mother in law and they have grown well and many more since. It is very handy to have them around the house. When I was growing up, I remember my mom used to get the essence of the leaves for making some desserts. I prefer getting the essence or paste from the supermarket, it is so much more convenient although it may not taste as good.
Is it easy to grow? I've seen recipes that called for the essence but it always seemed optional. Rice desserts, maybe?
ReplyDeleteThey are easy to grow in tropical countries like here, I am not sure if I can say the same thing in the countries with four seasons like USA.
ReplyDeleteThere are so many dishes that use pandan leaves in South East Asian countries that I am aware of. Some main entrees make use of these leaves, like Thai Chicken, Nasi Lemak, Yellow Rice. Many desserts too like black sticky rice dessert, bubur cha cha, glutinous rice balls with syrup, etc. So, it is really good to have the plants at home. I hope you can get a plant there.