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Coconut Rice Balls Recipe

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Description

Coconut rice balls, also known as "bilo-bilo," are a popular Filipino dessert made from glutinous rice flour and coconut milk. These chewy, sweet treats are usually served in a warm and creamy coconut soup with various fruits and root crops.

Prep Time

Preparation for this recipe takes around 20 minutes, including the time to soak the glutinous rice flour.

Cook Time

Cooking time takes approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup taro, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup coconut milk (for soup base)
  • 2 cups water (for soup base)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Steamer or a large pot with a steamer basket
  • Saucepan
  • Serving bowls

Method

  1. Soak the glutinous rice flour in water for 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the soaked glutinous rice flour, 1/4 cup of coconut milk, and sugar. Mix until the dough forms.
  3. Roll the dough into small balls using your hands.
  4. Steam the rice balls for 10 to 15 minutes or until they become slightly translucent.
  5. While steaming the rice balls, cook the sweet potato and taro in a separate pot until they are soft.
  6. In another saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and 1 cup of coconut milk to a boil.
  7. Add the cooked sweet potato and taro to the boiling soup base.
  8. Once the rice balls are done steaming, add them to the soup base.
  9. Serve hot in individual bowls.

Notes

  • Make sure to cover the steamer with a lid to keep the steam inside.
  • The rice balls will expand while steaming, so make sure to leave enough space between them.
  • The sweet potato and taro can be substituted with other fruits, such as jackfruit or banana.
  • You can adjust the sweetness of the soup base to your liking.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 220
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Sugar: 15g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to use glutinous rice flour, which is also known as sticky rice flour or sweet rice flour.
  • You can also add pandan leaves or vanilla extract to the rice ball dough for extra flavor.
  • If the dough is too dry, add more water. If it is too sticky, add more glutinous rice flour.
  • You can also make the rice balls ahead of time and store them in the fridge or freezer until ready to use.
  • When serving, make sure to scoop some soup and rice balls into each bowl.

Enjoy this delicious and comforting Filipino dessert with your family and friends!


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