Palitaw
Palitaw is made with glutinous rice flour, grated coconut, sesame seeds, and sugar. Soft, chewy, and gluten-free, this Filipino delicacy is delicious as a snack or dessert. If you're looking for a quick and easy sweet treat, Palitaw is your answer! This sticky rice cake is filling and delicious, with a perfectly soft and chewy patty coated with grated coconut, toasted sesame seeds, and sugar. Traditional Palitaw is made from glutinous rice grains soaked in water overnight and then processed into.
Instructions
In a pan on medium heat, toast sesame seeds, stirring frequently, for about 30 to 40 seconds or until it gets lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Mix toasted sesame seeds and sugar.
Mix rice flour and water and mix into a soft, pliable dough.
Divide the dough into portions and using the palm of hands, shape into balls and then flatten into oval disks about ¼-inch thick.
In a pot on medium heat, bring about 5-inch deep of water into a rolling boil.
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,
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. using slotted spoon
While still warm, roll the palitaw on grated coconut to fully coat.
Sprinkle with sesame-sugar mixture before serving.