Macsian 85 ,Personality Spotlight - Rahim Kueh Badak

Rahim

The kueh badak has been served in our school's tuckshop for many many years , the Macsians top favourites history can be traced back in the late 60s or even earlier. During recess , most of us will race to Ayah ( An old Indian man running the stall , Ayah means Uncle in Tamil ) for the kueh badak , as usual the transactions goes out of control as there were too many of us trying to get at least a piece or two . Some paid for it and some opportunist may just stretch their thieving hands and grab it without paying. I must admit , I was among the thieving little rascal. The guilt haunts me till today , please forgive me Ayah. ( Robin , Henry , Nazaruddin - please take note hehe)

The name Kueh Badak itself is very interesting and unique. In other parts of Malacca and other parts of the country, it is called Epok Sayor , for us being associated with Tranquerah area , traditionally its has always been called Kueh Badak . Kueh Badak is actually a curry puff like shell , stuffed with bean sprouts , dried chillie paste and dried grago ( geragau ) , served with the tangy flavoured sauce made of fresh chillies , vinegar and a little sugar and salt. According to Rahim , the Kueh Badak recipe has been handed over for several generations. His mother a maestro in Malay traditional delicacies like Nasi Lemak , Mee rebus which the family used to sell back in the 70s and 80s at the same location.

Currently there are three different stalls selling and of course they are all located in Tranquerah district. One of them is run by our fellow classmate Rahim. His stall is located at the opposite of our grand old ACS. Assisting Rahim are his wifey and kids , his sisters and mum. Rahim's Kueh Badak is very popular among locals and visitors alike and has been highlighted in several local food websites. Operating hours are from 2pm till stocks lasts and opens daily.

For orders please call Rahim - 0163218384 . The Macsian 85 wish all the best to Rahim and his Family .

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Attention all Macsian 85 , as part of the tradition , Rahim's Kueh Badak will be in one of our menu in the coming Macsian 85 Annual Reunion Dinner

The mouth-watering , heavenly Kueh Badak

An afternoon delight , aren't you mouthwatering yet?