Filipino Pichi-Pichi recipe for fiestas
The Pichi-Pichi Recipe is said originated from the province of Quezon, Philippines and is a permanent part of their menu whenever there are festivities especially during town fiestas and the ever famous Pahiyas festival.
Servings 20 people
Calories 79kcal
Cost $5
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated cassava
- 1 cup sugar
- 1¾ cups water
- 2 tsp baking soda solution
coating and topping
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup grated cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, put all the ingredients together and mix thoroughly.
- Fill individual cup molds about three-quarter full or a bit more but leave some space because it can rise a bit while steaming.
- Arrange the filled molds in a steamer and steam for about 40-60 minutes or until they become translucent.
- Let them cool down completely so it is easier to remove from the molds, or place them in the fridge to shorten the cooling time.
- Roll each Pichi Pichi in grated coconut or grated cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcal
