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Pichi Pichi
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PICHI PICHI

This Pichi Pichi is straightforward to make. It is made of only 3 ingredients: cassava, water, and sugar. This is something you can easily make for any special occasion
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: FIlipino
Keyword: # Pichi pichi recipe #how to make lye water # lye water substitute
Servings: 8 pieces
Author: Shobee

Equipment

  • 1 Steamer
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 16 oz thawed frozen cassava
  • 1 cup whited granulated sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon buko pandan flavoring,optional You can add any of your favorite flavorings.
  • 1 teaspoon lye water pls; see note1 if you are using baking soda solution

Coating

  • 1 Cup Shredded Fresh Coconut
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheese

Instructions

  • Transfer one pack of thawed frozen cassava in a medium-sized bowl.
  • Add the white granulated sugar and water. Mix until the sugar is dissolved. Add one teaspoon of lye water or 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda solution. You can add your favorite flavor at this stage.
  • Add about 1/4 cup of the mixture into a small mold pan.Arrange the mold in the steaming tray.
  • Boil ten cups of water in a steamer. Steam the Pichi Pichi mixture for 45 minutes. Let it cool. Remove the Pichi Pichi from the mold and roll in a grated coconut or cheese.

Notes

  1. Baking Soda solution: 1 cup water plus 1/4 tsp baking soda. Boil the mixture and add 1/2 teaspoon to the cassava instead of the lye water.
  2. Add one teaspoon of your favorite flavoring.