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Buko Pandan Sapin-Sapin Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup buko (young coconut), shredded
- 1 tsp pandan extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes

Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Square baking dish

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, rice flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

2. Add coconut milk, water, and pandan extract. Mix until well combined.

3. Add shredded buko and mix until evenly distributed.

4. Grease a square baking dish with oil. Pour the mixture into the dish and smooth out the surface.

5. Steam for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Let it cool down completely before slicing into squares.

7. Top with toasted coconut flakes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Steaming temperature: 100°C
Serving size:
Makes 12-16 squares

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 180
Total fat: 5g
Total carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glutinous rice flour can be substituted with regular rice flour.
- Pandan extract can be substituted with vanilla extract.

Variations:
- Add ube (purple yam) to the mixture for a colorful twist.
- Use coconut cream instead of coconut milk for a richer flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the ingredients well to avoid lumps.
- Use freshly shredded buko for better texture and flavor.
- Toast the coconut flakes in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown.

Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Steam for a few minutes before serving to restore its soft and chewy texture.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a platter with toasted coconut flakes on top.
- Garnish with fresh pandan leaves for a pop of color.

Pairings:
- Serve with hot tea or coffee for a cozy afternoon snack.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Grilled skewered meat

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little more water or coconut milk.
- If the mixture is too thin, add more glutinous rice flour.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean and fresh ingredients.
- Wash your hands and utensils thoroughly before cooking.

Food history:
- Buko Pandan Sapin-Sapin is a popular Filipino dessert that originated from the southern region of the Philippines. It is a layered dessert made with coconut, pandan, and glutinous rice flour.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and slightly chewy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Philippine

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Coconutty