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Pichi-Pichi

Pichi-pichi is a Filipino delicacy made of grated cassava and coconut juice. Soft, chewy and coated with grated coconut, this steamed cake is delicious as a snack or dessert.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Stand time and cooling
40 mins
Total Time
1 hr 40 mins
Servings: 24 Pieces
Calories: 119 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 ounces or two cups) frozen grated cassava, thawed
  • 2 cups coconut juice
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lye water
  • 3 drops Ube Food Coloring, optional
  • 2 drops Pandan Extract, optional
  • 2 cups grated mature coconut
  • shredded cheese, optional

Instructions

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  1. Bring water to a boil in the bottom of a steamer.
  2. In a bowl, combine cassava, coconut juice, sugar, and salt. Mix well until dissolved.
  3. Add lye water and mix well.
  4. If using food color and extracts, divide the mixture into three small bowls. Add a few drops of ube coloring in one bowl and pandan extract on the second bowl. Leave the third plain.
  5. Let stand for about 30 minutes to one hour.
  6. Pour into individual molds and arrange molds in a steamer. Steam for about 40 to 50 minutes or until translucent and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from steamer and refrigerate to about 20 to 30 minutes to completely cool and set.
  8. Remove from molds and roll in coconut to fully coat. If preferred, roll half of the batch in shredded cheese for variety.

Notes

  • Freezing and thawing cassava adds extra moisture, creating a softer pichi-pichi. If you're using fresh cassava, you might need to increase the liquid in the mixture to about ½ cup to yield the same texture.
  • There is no need to grease the molds. Quickly dip them in water and leave a very thin film of water on the insides to keep the pichi-pichi from sticking.
  • Regularly stir the mixture when pouring it into molds to evenly distribute the cassava and prevent it from settling at the bottom of the bowl.
  • Cover the steamer's lid with cheesecloth or light cotton to prevent the steam from dripping onto the cakes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 119kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Sodium 93mg (4%) Potassium 147mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24Pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 119

% Daily Value*

Calories 119kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Sodium 93mg 4%
Potassium 147mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

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