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Durian Onde-Onde Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup durian flesh, mashed
- 1/4 cup palm sugar, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1/4 tsp salt

Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Plate

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and water. Mix well until it forms a dough.
2. Add mashed durian flesh and mix well.
3. Divide the dough into small balls.
4. Flatten each ball and place a small piece of palm sugar in the center.
5. Roll the dough into a ball shape, making sure the palm sugar is completely covered.
6. Repeat until all the dough is used up.
7. Steam the onde-onde for 10-15 minutes until cooked.
8. In a separate pan, toast the grated coconut until golden brown.
9. Roll the cooked onde-onde in the toasted grated coconut.
10. Serve and enjoy!


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Steamer temperature: 100°C
Serving size:
Makes 10-12 pieces

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 120
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- If palm sugar is not available, you can use brown sugar instead.
- You can also use other types of fruit instead of durian, such as mango or banana.

Variations:
- You can add pandan leaves to the dough for a fragrant flavor.
- You can also add a pinch of salt to the grated coconut for a savory twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the palm sugar is completely covered by the dough to prevent it from leaking out during cooking.
- To prevent the dough from sticking to your hands, you can lightly coat them with oil.
- You can also freeze the onde-onde before steaming for a firmer texture.

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

Reheating instructions:
Steam the onde-onde for 5-10 minutes until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the onde-onde on a plate and sprinkle some extra grated coconut on top for a beautiful presentation.

Garnishes:
You can garnish the onde-onde with a small piece of durian flesh or a sprig of mint.

Pairings:
Durian onde-onde pairs well with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with fresh fruit or a side of sticky rice.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more glutinous rice flour.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the onde-onde thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
Onde-onde is a traditional Indonesian snack made from glutinous rice flour and filled with palm sugar. It is commonly found in Southeast Asia and is often served during special occasions.

Flavor profiles:
Durian onde-onde has a sweet and creamy flavor from the durian and palm sugar, with a nutty and slightly savory flavor from the toasted grated coconut.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the durian onde-onde as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Malaysian

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Tropical, Rich, Pungent