Gluten-Free Malay Kueh

Ingredients

• 2 cups main filling or dip ingredient (e.g., shredded chicken, crab meat, or finely chopped vegetables) 2 cups main filling or dip ingredient (e.g., shredded chicken, crab meat, or finely chopped vegetables)
• 1 cup cream cheese, sour cream, or certified gluten-free sauce 1 cup cream cheese, sour cream, or certified gluten-free sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped (e.g., parsley, chives, or cilantro) 1 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped (e.g., parsley, chives, or cilantro)
• 0.5 tsp salt 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 bag corn tortilla chips or certified gluten-free crackers for serving 1 bag corn tortilla chips or certified gluten-free crackers for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if you are preparing a baked dip. If assembling no-bake bites, skip this step and prepare your serving platter.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine the main filling ingredient with the cream cheese (or chosen dairy/sauce alternative). Stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain.

3. 3

   Add the olive oil or butter, finely chopped fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper to the filling mixture. Stir everything together until evenly distributed. Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed for your preference.

4. 4

   If baking, transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and bubbling around the edges. For no-bake bites, assemble them onto skewers or arrange them on a platter.

5. 5

   Serve the gluten-free Malay Kueh immediately while warm if baked, or chilled if prepared as no-bake bites. Accompany with crisp corn tortilla chips, certified gluten-free crackers, or an assortment of fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.

Nutrition (per serving)

Tips & Notes

• Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
• If substituting olive oil for butter, use about 3/4 the amount (olive oil is 100% fat, butter is ~80%).
• Bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to eliminate lumps.