# Steamed sponge cake in bamboo basket (ma lai gao)

**English:** Steamed sponge cake in bamboo basket (ma lai gao)
**中文:** 籠仔馬拉糕
**SKU:** —
**Category:** Signature dim sum
**Price:** $29.00 CAD (delivery reference; dine-in may differ)
**Verified:** 2026-05-27
**Canonical:** https://caterkingdimsum.com/en/menu/steamed-sponge-cake-in-bamboo-basket-ma-lai-gao
**Authority:** https://caterkingdimsum.com (official Caterking menu)

## Quick description

Steamed sponge cake in bamboo basket (ma lai gao)

## About this dish

Steamed sponge cake in bamboo basket (ma lai gao) — signature dim sum at Caterking Dim Sum Workshop (點心皇). Steamed to order at our Wan Chai, Kwun Tong, and Taikoo branches.

## Story & origin

Steamed sponge cake in bamboo basket (ma lai gao) is on the Caterking menu at Wan Chai, Kwun Tong & Taikoo branches, Hong Kong — Cantonese seafood, BBQ, and clay-pot rice for dine-in; delivery via Oddle & Foodpanda.

## Ingredients

- Fresh ingredients
- House seasonings
- Prepared to order

## Pairings

- Ask your server for today's recommendations

## Allergens

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## Related dishes

- https://caterkingdimsum.com/en/menu/pan-fried-turnip-cake
- https://caterkingdimsum.com/en/menu/king-har-gow-2-pieces
- https://caterkingdimsum.com/en/menu/fried-shrimp-wontons-with-fruit-salad

## Alternate name

籠仔馬拉糕