Kutsinta

When my mom goes to the market early in the morning, she always buys kutsinta for me. I really like this Filipino delicacy and is one of my favorites. A bit sticky and sweet, and tastes better with some coconut sprinkled on top of it, this is definitely something worth trying to tickle your tastebuds and enjoy any time of the day.
Here is how to make it:

Ingredients:
1 cup rice flour
2 cups brown sugar
3 cups water
1 teaspoon lye water (potassium carbonate solution sold in Asian food stores)
Freshly grated coconut

Directions:
In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well. Pour into muffin pans, until halfway full. Steam in a large pan with a cover; the water should be 2 inches deep. Cook for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Add more water if needed until cooking is done. Remove from the muffin pans and serve with freshly grated coconut. Serves 4.

from: http://asiarecipe.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=1794

I hope you enjoy not only the taste of this dish but also making it. My mom always says that if you enjoy cooking, the food you cook will also be enjoyable. So go ahead and enjoy!

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