Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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30
servings
1.5 cup

glutinous rice flour

0.75 cup

lukewarm water

3 drop

pandan paste

8 tbsp

grated palm sugar

1 cup

fresh grated coconut

0.5 tsp

salt

Step 1
~4 min

Steam grated coconut with salt for 10 minutes.

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, mix glutinous rice flour with lukewarm water and pandan paste to form a firm, flexible dough.

Step 3
~4 min

Pinch off a teaspoon of dough and roll into a 1-inch ball.

Step 4
~4 min

Make a hole in the center of the ball with your finger.

Step 5
~4 min

Fill the hole with 1/2 teaspoon of grated palm sugar.

Step 6
~4 min

Seal the hole and roll the ball smooth.

Step 7
~4 min

Repeat until all dough and sugar are used.

Step 8
~4 min

Bring a pot of water to a boil.

Step 9
~4 min

Gently drop the rice balls into the boiling water.

Step 10
~4 min

Cook until the balls float to the surface.

Step 11
~4 min

Remove the floating balls and roll them in the steamed grated coconut.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the dough is not too dry, add water gradually.

Steam the coconut to prevent it from spoiling quickly.

Roll the balls in coconut right before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack with tea or coffee.

Serve as a dessert after a meal.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indonesia

Cultural Significance

A traditional snack often served during special occasions and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lebaran (Eid al-Fitr)
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Snack Time
Dessert

Popularity Score

75/100

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