Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon lye water
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- Muffin molds or banana leaves
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. Mix well.
2. Add water and lye water to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
3. Add grated cheese to the mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
4. Grease muffin molds or line them with banana leaves.
5. Pour the mixture into the molds, filling them about 3/4 full.
6. Steam the kutsinta for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the steamer and let cool before removing from the molds.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
Steaming temperature: 100°C
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12 pieces of kutsinta.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 10mg
Sugar: 16g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or coconut sugar.
- Lye water can be substituted with baking powder.
Variations:
- Add food coloring to the mixture to create different colors.
- Top with grated coconut or sesame seeds before steaming.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the ingredients well to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- Use muffin molds or banana leaves to give the kutsinta its distinct shape.
- Grease the molds well to prevent sticking.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover kutsinta in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat kutsinta in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or steam for a few minutes until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the kutsinta on a plate and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Garnishes:
Top with grated coconut or sesame seeds.
Pairings:
Kutsinta with Cheese is best paired with hot coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with puto or bibingka for a complete Filipino merienda.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the kutsinta is too hard, reduce the amount of rice flour and increase the amount of water.
- If the kutsinta is too soft, increase the amount of rice flour and reduce the amount of water.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use food-grade lye water and follow the instructions carefully.
Food history:
Kutsinta is a popular Filipino snack made from rice flour and brown sugar. It is usually served with grated coconut or cheese.
Flavor profiles:
Kutsinta with Cheese is sweet and slightly salty with a chewy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve kutsinta with Cheese as a snack or dessert.
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Region: Philippine