Palitaw
Palitaw made with glutinous rice flour, grated coconut, sesame seeds, and sugar. Soft, chewy, and gluten-free, this Filipino delicacy is delicious as snack or dessert.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 12 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup grated mature coconut
- water for boiling
Instructions
- 1
In a pan over medium heat, toast sesame seeds, stirring frequently, for about 30 to 40 seconds or until lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- 2
In a bowl, combine toasted sesame seeds and sugar. Set aside.
- 3
In a bowl, combine rice flour and water and mix into a soft, pliable dough.
- 4
Divide the dough into portions and using the palm of hands, shape into balls and then flatten into oval disks about 1/4-inch thick.
- 5
In a pot over medium heat, bring about 5-inch deep of water into a rolling boil.
- 6
Individually drop the rice patties into the boiling water, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until the patties float to the surface,
- 7
Using a slotted spoon, remove from the water and drain well. Arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined platter to keep from sticking together and let cool just enough to touch.
- 8
While still warm, roll the palitaw on grated coconut to fully coat.
- 9
Sprinkle with sesame-sugar mixture before serving.