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Tapuy with Coconut Shavings Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups glutinous rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup tapuy (rice wine)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut shavings

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot with lid
- Cheesecloth or clean cloth

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the glutinous rice until the water runs clear.
2. In a large pot, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4. After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit for another 10 minutes.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the tapuy and brown sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
6. Using a cheesecloth or clean cloth, strain the tapuy mixture into the pot of cooked rice. Mix well.
7. Cover the pot with a lid and let it sit in a warm place for 2-3 days to ferment.
8. After 2-3 days, the tapuy should be ready. Stir the rice and tapuy mixture well.
9. Toast the coconut shavings in a pan over medium heat until golden brown.
10. Serve the tapuy with a sprinkle of toasted coconut shavings on top.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
- Makes 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 350
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glutinous rice can be substituted with regular rice, but the texture will be different.
- Tapuy can be substituted with any rice wine or even beer.

Variations:
- Add sliced fruits like mango or banana for a fruity twist.
- Use coconut milk instead of coconut shavings for a creamier texture.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to rinse the rice well to remove excess starch.
- Keep the pot in a warm place for fermentation to occur.
- Toast the coconut shavings until golden brown for added flavor.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover tapuy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stove over low heat.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a small bowl or cup with a sprinkle of toasted coconut shavings on top.

Garnishes:
- Toasted coconut shavings

Pairings:
- Pair with grilled meats or seafood.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables or a side salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the tapuy doesn't ferment after 2-3 days, it may need more time in a warmer place.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean utensils and equipment to avoid contamination.

Food history:
- Tapuy is a traditional Filipino rice wine that has been around for centuries.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, tangy, and nutty.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or aperitif.

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Region: Philippine

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Creamy, Coconutty