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Palitaw

Palitaw made with glutinous rice flour, grated coconut, sesame seeds, and sugar. Soft, chewy, and gluten-free, this Filipino delicacy is delicious as snack or dessert.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12 Pieces
Calories: 171 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup sesame seeds
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup grated mature coconut
  • Water for boiling

Instructions

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  1. In a pan over medium heat, toast sesame seeds, stirring frequently, for about 30 to 40 seconds or until lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool. 
  2. In a bowl, combine toasted sesame seeds and sugar. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, combine rice flour and water and mix into a soft, pliable dough. 
  4. Divide the dough into portions and using the palm of hands, shape into balls and then flatten into oval disks about ¼-inch thick.
  5. In a pot over medium heat, bring about 5-inch deep of water into a rolling boil.
  6. 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, 
  7. Using a slotted spoon, 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.
  8. While still warm, roll the palitaw on grated coconut to fully coat. 
  9. Sprinkle with sesame-sugar mixture before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 171kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 58mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171

% Daily Value*

Calories 171kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 58mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.