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Bubble Tea Noodles in Coconut Milk (Lod Chong Singapore / Cendol)

A delightful Southeast Asian treat featuring chewy noodles in rich coconut milk, sweetened with pandan syrup and topped with fresh jackfruit.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Singaporean, Southeast Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 4.2 oz Pine Brand tapioca starch Essential for that delightful chewiness.
  • 0.9 oz Pine Brand mung bean starch Adds a unique texture.
  • 2/3 cup water To hydrate the starches.
  • 5 drops green food coloring Optional for color.
For the Coconut Milk Mix
  • 1 1/4 cup coconut water Recommended for extra sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Adjust to taste; can use coconut sugar.
  • 1 pandan leaf Essential for traditional flavor.
  • 1 cup coconut milk High-quality canned coconut milk recommended.
  • 1/2 cup coconut water Optional, for flavor boost.
  • 1/8 teaspoon table salt Helps balance sweetness.
For Serving
  • 5 pieces sweet jackfruit, julienned For garnish.
  • Lots ice To serve chilled.

Method
 

Make the Pandan Syrup
  1. In a pot, combine 1 1/4 cups coconut water and tie the pandan leaf in a knot before adding it to the pot. Simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, then stir in 3/4 cup sugar and mix until completely dissolved. Let it cool completely.
Make the Coconut Milk
  1. In another pot, add 1 cup coconut milk, 1/2 cup coconut water, and 1/8 teaspoon table salt. Tie another pandan leaf in a knot, add it to the pot, and allow it to simmer on low for 5 minutes. Cool completely.
Make the Noodles
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4.2 oz tapioca starch and 0.9 oz mung bean starch. In a separate pan, bring water to a boil, adding 5 drops of green food coloring. Once bubbling, drizzle the hot water into the starch mixture while stirring to form a rough dough. Knead until smooth, adding more starch as needed.
  2. Roll out the dough into thin sheets and cut into noodle shapes, dusting with tapioca starch to prevent sticking.
Cook the Noodles
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles until they float (about 1-2 minutes). Quickly transfer them to a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process, then drain.
Serve
  1. In a bowl, add the noodles, julienned jackfruit, and pour both the pandan syrup and coconut milk over. Serve over lots of ice for a refreshing treat.
  2. For best results, allow the dish to sit for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Notes

Store leftover noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Prepare the pandan syrup and coconut milk in advance.