Siblings Jennifer Yap (left) and May Yap continue to make kuih kapit the traditional way, just like how their mother taught them. Photos: THE STAR/Samuel Ong
It’s the Lunar New Year and Kepong homemaker Jennifer Yap, 45, is prepared to welcome the Year of the Ox. Her house is decorated for the festive season, complete with lanterns, auspicious couplets and good luck plants like lucky bamboo and kumquat tree.
In the past few days, Jennifer’s sister May Yap, 42, has been dropping by her home to prepare kuih kapit, one of the most popular treats during Chinese New Year.
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Kuih kapit
Siblings Jennifer Yap (left) and May Yap continue to make kuih kapit the traditional way, just like how their mother taught them. Photos: THE STAR/Samuel Ong
Kuih kapit is a snack predominantly served during Chinese New Year.
Kuih kapit are thin wafers made from eggs, sugar, coconut milk and rice flour.
The technique of ‘flooding’ the moulds with batter is essential to ensure each love letter is thin and crisp.
The unmistakable aroma of kuih kapit is a sign that Chinese New Year is drawing near.
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