Coconut-Infused Sweet Bird's Nest Delight

1. Soaking the Bird’s Nests

Begin by placing the bird's nests in a bowl, and cover them with 3 cups of hot water. Allow them to soak for about 4 to 4½ hours. This soaking process is essential as it softens the nests, making them easier to separate. You'll know they are ready when the strands are soft, loose, and easily come apart.

2. Rinsing and Draining

After the nests have soaked, drain the water using a fine-mesh strainer and rinse the nests thoroughly. Make sure to remove any impurities. Repeat this rinsing process if necessary to ensure the nests are clean.

3. Preparing the Mixture

Next, place the softened bird's nest strands in a steamproof dish. Add ½ cup of sugar and ¾ cup of coconut milk to the dish. Pour in 3 cups of boiling water, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves completely. The boiling water helps in dissolving the sugar quickly, allowing the flavors to mix well.

4. Steaming

Now, set up your steamer and place the dish inside. Steam the mixture for about 20 minutes. This steaming process is important as it thoroughly blends the ingredients, resulting in a well-integrated soup. By the end of the steaming time, you should have a delightful, well-blended dessert.

5. Serving the Delight

Turn off the heat and carefully remove the dish from the steamer. Transfer the soup into a heated serving dish, ready to be enjoyed. Serve this coconut-infused sweet bird's nest delight warm, and savor the unique combination of flavors.