Introduction: Why I Created This Mooncake Pandan leaves, or Pandanus amaryllifolius—sometimes known as “vanilla leaves” in the UK—are a staple in Southeast Asian cooking, particularly in Malaysia where I grew up. These fragrant green leaves can be found growing in my own home garden, and they’re woven into the culinary fabric of Malaysia. But while […]
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