Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 tsp lye water (lihiya)
- 1/2 cup macapuno (sweetened coconut sport)
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- Kutsinta molds
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. Mix well.
2. Add water and mix until the batter is smooth.
3. Add lye water and mix until well combined.
4. Add macapuno and mix until evenly distributed.
5. Grease the kutsinta molds with oil.
6. Pour the batter into the molds until they are 3/4 full.
7. Steam the kutsinta for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the steamer and let cool for a few minutes.
9. Using a knife, gently remove the kutsinta from the molds.
10. Serve and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Steaming temperature: 100°C
Serving size:
This recipe makes 12 pieces of kutsinta.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 130
Total fat: 2g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 9mg
Total carbohydrates: 29g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 16g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or muscovado sugar.
- Macapuno can be substituted with other sweetened fruits or nuts.
Variations:
- Add food coloring to the batter to make colorful kutsinta.
- Top the kutsinta with grated coconut or cheese.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the batter well to avoid lumps.
- Grease the molds well to prevent the kutsinta from sticking.
- Do not overfill the molds to avoid overflowing.
- Use a toothpick to check if the kutsinta is cooked.
Storage instructions:
- Store the kutsinta in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Steam the kutsinta for a few minutes to reheat.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the kutsinta on a plate and sprinkle with grated coconut or cheese.
- Serve the kutsinta with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Garnishes:
- Grated coconut
- Cheese
Pairings:
- Hot coffee
- Tea
Suggested side dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the kutsinta is too hard, reduce the amount of rice flour.
- If the kutsinta is too soft, increase the amount of rice flour.
Food safety advice:
- Use clean and sanitized equipment when making the kutsinta.
- Make sure to use food-grade lye water.
Food history:
- Kutsinta is a popular Filipino snack made from rice flour and brown sugar.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and chewy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the kutsinta as a snack or dessert.
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Region: Philippine