I headed over to the popular Belinda's Pancake stall. I was hoping to try her much-talked-about cone-shaped Min Jiang Kueh, but the owner informed me that it was only available on alternate days. I ordered a serving of puttu mayam and observed the preparation process. The puttu mayam had already been pre-made, with the owner simply removing it from its packaging. Even the sugar came in a pre-packed plastic sachet. The only distinctive touch was the freshly heated grated coconut, kept warm in a steamer and served alongside the dish. While the puttu mayam was pleasant enough, there was nothing particularly exceptional about it apart from the warm coconut.
The stall doesn’t give spoons anymore 😮💨 I went with my family member on a Friday morning. I ordered a hot drink while she didn t. So end up I used my coffee stall mini spoon to eat the putu mayam, and my family member had to pack back the food. Highly inconvenient.
Back to the have the putu mayam from Belinda's. The best part about this is the hot freshly steamed coconut that Belinda dishes out. So do try it fresh on the spot with the usual specs of sugar. The fresh coconut is what stands out here. Her prized crispy min jian kuey are sought after by regulars but is not available every day. You have to be early to catch those if that's what you're after.