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Palitaw with Peanut Butter and Coconut Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt

Special Equipment Needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Steamer
- Non-stick pan
- Spatula

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, water, and salt. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into flat discs.
3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the flattened dough discs. Cook until they float to the surface.
4. Remove the cooked dough discs from the pot and let them cool.
5. In a non-stick pan, toast the grated coconut until golden brown. Set aside.
6. In the same pan, melt the peanut butter over low heat. Add the white sugar and mix until well combined.
7. Dip each cooled dough disc into the peanut butter mixture and coat evenly.
8. Sprinkle the toasted grated coconut on top of the coated dough discs.
9. Serve and enjoy!


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Water for boiling: boiling point
- Peanut butter mixture: low heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 8g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almond butter can be used instead of peanut butter.
- Brown sugar can be used instead of white sugar.

Variations:
- Instead of grated coconut, sesame seeds can be used as a topping.
- Chocolate chips can be added to the peanut butter mixture for a chocolatey twist.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to flatten the dough discs evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the peanut butter mixture from sticking.

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

Reheating Instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds or until warm.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve on a plate with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and a drizzle of honey.

Garnishes:
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Honey

Pairings:
- Hot tea or coffee

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad

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 dough discs thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.

Food History:
- Palitaw is a traditional Filipino dessert made with glutinous rice flour.

Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and coconutty.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or snack.

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