Kutsinta
Ingredients
1 ½ cups flour
½ cup tapioca flour
1 ½ cups dark brown sugar
3 cups water
1 tablespoon atsuete powder
1 tablespoon lye water
Instructions
In a bowl, combine flour, tapioca flour, sugar, and water. Stir well until dissolved and mixture is smooth.
Add atsuete and stir until well dispersed and the desired color is achieved.
Add lye water and stir.
Fill molds to about ¾ full.
Add water to the steamer and bring to simmer over medium heat.
Steam kutsinta for about 40 to 45 minutes or until mixture is set. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Gently remove from molds and top with grated coconut.