Kaya Toast

Kaya Toast is a classic Southeast Asian breakfast, combining crispy toast, sweet coconut jam, cold butter, and soft-boiled eggs for a harmonious blend of flavors.

Kaya Toast
⏱ 15 min 👨‍🍳 easy 🍽 2 servings
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Mise en Place: Kaya Toast
Mise en Place – Kaya Toast

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat enough water in a small saucepan until it comes to a rolling boil. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a slotted spoon. Reduce the heat slightly to maintain a gentle simmer and cook the eggs for 6-7 minutes to achieve soft-boiled consistency.
  2. While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by combining ice cubes and cold water in a small bowl. Once the eggs have finished cooking, immediately transfer them from the hot water into the ice bath to halt the cooking process.
  3. Toast the bread slices in a toaster or in a pan over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy. Ensure the toast is evenly browned.
  4. Generously spread the kaya jam over the warm toast slices. The warmth from the toast will help the jam to spread easily.
  5. Place thin slices of cold butter on top of the kaya-spread toast. The butter will subtly melt from the residual heat of the toast, adding a rich flavor.
  6. Gently crack the soft-boiled eggs into a small bowl. Season them with a pinch of salt, a dash of dark soy sauce, and a sprinkle of white pepper. Lightly stir the eggs to combine the seasonings.
  7. Serve the Kaya Toast immediately alongside the prepared soft-boiled eggs. The combination of sweet toast and savory eggs makes for an ideal authentic breakfast experience.

Nutrition

350 kcal · 10g Protein · 45g Carbs · 15g Fat