The cobbler's 'shoe' topping nods to the symbolic 'straw shoes,' representing the layers and paths of Ah Ling's life.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine strawberries and half the sugar, set aside.
Melt butter in an 8-inch baking dish.
Mix flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and milk until smooth.
Pour batter over melted butter, top with strawberries.
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.