Kue asida facts for kids

Kue asida (Arabic: عصيدة, romanized: ‘aṣīdah; Jawi: اسيدا) is a yummy pudding dessert from Indonesia. It is made from water mixed with wheat flour, sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, butter, and honey. This sweet treat is very popular in the Maluku Islands. You can also find it in Malay Indonesian and Arab Indonesian cuisine. People often enjoy kue asida during Ramadan for iftar, which is the meal to break their fast. Kue asida is a bit like another Indonesian sweet called dodol.

What is Kue Asida?

Kue asida is a type of soft, thick pudding. It has a unique taste because of the spices used, like cinnamon and cardamom. These spices give it a warm, sweet, and slightly spicy flavor. The main ingredient is wheat flour, which makes it smooth and creamy.

Key Ingredients

To make kue asida, you need a few simple things:

• Wheat flour: This is the main base of the pudding.
• Sugar: To make it sweet and delicious.
• Cinnamon and Cardamom: These spices give kue asida its special aroma and taste.
• Butter and Honey: These add richness and a lovely sweetness.

The ingredients are cooked together until they form a thick, smooth mixture. It is often served warm.

Where Does it Come From?

Kue asida has a long history. It is believed to have come from a Middle Eastern dish also called asida. Arab traders brought this dish to the Maluku Islands in Indonesia many years ago. Over time, the recipe changed and became the kue asida we know today. It is a great example of how different cultures can share food ideas.

When is it Eaten?

Kue asida is especially popular during the holy month of Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. When the sun goes down, they have a special meal called iftar to break their fast. Kue asida is a favorite dessert for this meal. Its sweet and comforting taste makes it a perfect way to end the day's fast. It is also enjoyed as a snack or dessert at other times of the year.