Kacang means “bean” but the kacang vendors usually sell groundnuts as well as other nuts, such cashew nuts or other varieties. It is often called kacang, which literally means white bean, or white nut. It is most likely that the correct name for it is ‘kacang puteh’.
Reminiscing about fond memories is usually enjoyable, especially when it comes to many things that are slowly fading into obscurity.
Back in the 1950s and 1960s, they could be found in droves, frequently making their presence known in football stadiums, movie theaters, and amusement parks. Their numbers dwindled as the years passed.
Most of the sellers of Kacang Puteh were of Indian origins in Malaysia. This must have been a common business within your community. At least one kacang puteh seller would be present in every cinema. You also could find people selling products on a bicycle and shouting with the bell rather than drawing customers.
They sell more than just white beans. They also offer a variety of roasted nuts, crackers and other snacks. Some go one step further and add recently acquired delights like the steam cones to their selections. The nuts/crackers/beans then get hand-rolled wrappers in funnel form.
Back then, each portion was about 5 cents. Now it is an astonishing $1 to $1.50 . The investment is worthwhile for a taste of the past.
These sellers of kacang puteh gradually disappeared over time, although in some supermarkets you still could find these products.

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We bring back the nostalgia for your childhood here at Party Plus.
Select and mix in traditional cones from a variety of nuts served. Bring back with your guests good times as you enjoy the various types of nuts!
Kacang Puteh Live Station
6 Varieties – Minimum order from 100 pax
8 Varieties – Minimum order from 300 pax
- Live Station with operator
- Prepackage Kacang Puteh
- Kacang Puteh on Traditional Bike
- Push Cart






For the following, we offer personalized services:
- Prepack Packaging
- Personalized Funnel Cones
- Sticker Label
If your party or event necessitates the use of Covid-19 safety measurements, we also offer prepackaged kacang puteh and other prepackaged snacks.
We offer flexible packages that can be tailored to fit the needs of your event or party sizes.
For more information, please contact our sales team at sales@partyplus.com.sg or Business Whatsapp at +65 31051516.