Toasted Sesame and Coconut Palitaw Horchata

Palitaw takes the form of a sweet, nutty beverage that's perfect for beating the summer heat.
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
2 servings
Prep Time
24 Hrs
Active Time
15 Mins

This "horchata" uses sticky rice, the type of rice used to make kakanin, or Filipino rice cakes. Unlike the cinnamon-spiced Mexican drink, this adaptation features palitaw's nutty toasted sesame and coconut flavors.

  • 1 cup uncooked sticky rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 ½ cups coconut cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 cup ice
  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp shredded coconut
1

Add uncooked sticky rice to a bowl. Add water until the rice is submerged. Cover the bowl in plastic and let soak overnight in the fridge.

2

The following day, drain the rice of its soaking liquid. Add rice to a blender with water, coconut cream, milk, white sugar, ice, and 2 tablespoons of the sesame seeds. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a pitcher and serve over ice.

Notes

If you want a smoother texture, strain the horchata through cheesecloth.

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