Kutsinta Recipe (Kutchinta) - Today's Delight (2024)

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Kutsinta or kutchinta is a round, sticky brown rice cake, a popular Filipino snack made with a few ingredients and topped with grated coconut. Kutsinta is a kakanin usually sold by street vendors.

There are a few versions of Kutsinta recipe but the common ingredient is lye water to give it a chewy texture.

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I stored the kutsinta in a well sealed container for 3 days in the fridge and it came out not hard and still chewy.

Just make sure the lye water measurement is 2 teaspoons.

You may grate coconut in advance and place it in the freezer. When ready to use, leave it for a few minutes in room temperature to thaw.

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Tips in Making Kutsinta

1. After mixing all the ingredients run it through a sieve for a smooth consistency.

2. Lightly brush each mold with vegetable oil before pouring mixture.

3. Pour mixture in mold to about ¾'s full.

4. Cover steamer lid with cheese cloth or kitchen towel to absorb dripping droplets of water. You don't want water dripping in the mold.

5. When done, set it aside to fully cool.

6. Use a pointed spatula to loosen the edges. It should be completely cool, easy to remove from mold plus you get a rounder kutsinta.

7. Serve with grated coconut. Prepare grated coconut in advance, if you like.

How to Make Kutsinta

Watch my video “How to make Kutsinta”. You’ll be amaze it is easy to make and in no time you are ready to devour this delicious kakanin.

Satisfy your craving with this kutsinta recipe today! Magluto na tayo.

Kutsinta Recipe

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Kutsinta Recipe (Kutchinta)

Kutsinta is a popular Filipino snack made with glutinous rice flour, lye water and other ingredients topped with grated coconut.

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Course: Snack

Cuisine: Filipino

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 people

Calories: 371kcal

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup glutinous rice flour
  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons lye water
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • cup water
  • 1 teaspoon powdered achiote dissolved in 2 teaspoon of water, take the water from the 1 ½ cup water this recipe calls for or use 2 teaspoons of annatto seeds dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
  • vegetable oil to coat mold
  • grated coconut for topping

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Instructions

  • In a bowl, put all the dry ingredients. The all-purpose flour, glutinous rice flour and brown sugar. Mix well.

  • Add ½ cup of water at a time to the mixture. Mix every time you add water until mixture is thoroughly dissolved and smooth.

  • Add lye water and the achiote mixture. (Note: Take the water to dissolve the achiote from the 1 ½ cup this recipe calls for.)

  • Get another bowl and pour mixture through a strainer to get rid of lumps for a smoother consistency.

  • Add 8 cups of water in the steamer. Bring to a boil.

  • Brush each mold lightly with vegetable oil and pour mixture to about ¾ full on each mold.

  • Steam for 45 minutes or poke one or two of the kutsinta with a toothpick. If toothpick comes out clean then it is cook already. Remove from heat and let it cool down before removing from the mold.

  • Use a pointed spatula to loosen it from the mold and transfer to a plate. Sprinkle the top of each kutsinta with grated fresh coconut.

  • The mold I used was almost 3 inches wide x 1 inch height and came up with 14 kutsinta. If your mold is smaller you’ll end up with more servings.

Notes

1. Wait till it cools down before using a pointed spatula to get it out of the mold. It is easier to remove it plus you get a rounder shaped kutsinta.

2. You may substitute the glutinous rice flour with tapioca starch using the same measurement.

3. Wrap the steamer lid with cheese cloth so water doesn't drip on the kutsinta making it mushy.

4. I had it in the fridge for 3 days and it was still soft to touch and chewy. But longer than 3 days I’m not really sure if texture will harden.

5. I used frozen grated coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 4pieces | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 53g | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1.8mg

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  1. Myra C

    Kutsinta Recipe (Kutchinta) - Today's Delight (8)
    Recipe was easy to follow. The hints really helped. They turned out perfect!

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  2. Marie J.

    Kutsinta Recipe (Kutchinta) - Today's Delight (9)
    Easy and tasty! I thought it was hard to make kutsinta. Thank you for the recipe.

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    • Fortune

      Glad you enjoyed it!

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  3. Vivian Dulkiewicz

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    It was a perfect kutchinta I made with your recipe a few weeks ago and I am making another one now that is why I came back to your recipe. I am using a dessicated coconut, dried one that is used when you make a macaroon. Just have it in a bowl and put water just to make it moist and sugar for the taste. Its a perfect substitute for the fresh grated coconut toping. Best regards.

    Vivian Dulkiewicz

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    • Fortune

      I'm glad it came out perfect! Enjoy your next batch. In fact, I'm craving it myself. Thank you for leaving a wonderful comment.

      Reply

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FAQs

How long can you keep kutsinta in the fridge? ›

How to serve and store
  1. Kutsinta are traditionally served for breakfast, midday snacks, or after-meal desserts. ...
  2. Top the steamed cakes with grated coconut (niyog) or toasted desiccated coconut (budbod). ...
  3. To store, transfer to a container with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Apr 11, 2024

What is the use of lye water in kutsinta? ›

The addition of lye water gives Kutsinta its distinctively chewy texture, setting it apart from other rice-based desserts. Traditionally served as a merienda (afternoon snack) or as part of a special occasion spread, Kutsinta offers a unique experience with each bite.

What country is kutsinta from? ›

Puto cuchinta or kutsinta is a type of steamed rice cake (puto) found throughout the Philippines. It is made from a mixture of tapioca or rice flour, brown sugar and lye, enhanced with yellow food coloring or annatto extract, and steamed in small ramekins.

What is the English of kutsinta? ›

Noun. kutsinta (uncountable) A red or yellow steamed rice cake with a chewy, jelly-like consistency, popular in the Philippines.

Should lye water be refrigerated? ›

Given that lye is toxic, keeping it in either the refrigerator or pantry is risky. If you drink it by accident, the possible consequences range from an upset stomach to needing immediate surgery to save your life, depending on the concentration. Keep it with other toxic household substances.

What is the shelf life of Kutchinta? ›

Consumption: Kutsinta is best enjoyed within a few days of making it for optimal freshness and flavor. Consume it within 3-4 days for the best taste and texture.

What is the side effect of lye water? ›

Ingestion of sodium hydroxide can cause spontaneous vomiting, chest and abdominal pain, and difficulty swallowing with drooling. Corrosive injury to the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach is extremely rapid and may result in perforation, hemorrhage, and narrowing of the gastrointestinal tract.

Why is my kutsinta not soft? ›

Less water will result in a tougher cuchinta, and more water will create a softer consistency. Atsuete/annatto powder- enhances color. You can use more or less depending on the depth of color desired and the brown sugar used. Note that the color will deepen as the mixture cooks.

Does lye water expire? ›

If your lye solution does not get very hot, it may be expired. Above, the potassium hydroxide lye solution using expired lye only reached 124 ° F. If you notice anything odd happening with your lye, don't use it in cold process soap. Expired lye doesn't saponify properly, meaning your soap may not reach trace.

What is the most famous kakanin in the Philippines? ›

Puto. Arguably the most popular kakanin, this steamed rice cake is traditionally white in color, although it can also be tinged green or purple to indicate that its been flavored with pandan or ube, respectively. Like the French baguette, it is sometimes eaten alongside savory viands, most notably the dinuguan.

Why is my kutsinta bitter? ›

Lye water – What does lye water do in kutsinta? This ingredient that is also used in making suman sa lihiya gives the kutsina its soft and chewy texture. Careful not to use too much as it will give the kutsinta a bitter taste. You can buy it in botlles at Asian stores.

How to store kutsinta? ›

Kutsinta
  1. PRODUCT HANDLING. Store in cool dry place. Do not expose to direct sunlight. Best consumed within 24 hrs.
  2. REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS. Steam for 5 minutes or.

What is black Kutsinta made of? ›

Black Kutsinta is made the same way as my Kutsinta, with tapioca flour, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. But instead of using annatto, these sticky round cakes are made using blackstrap molasses. It is extra delicious with a rich and smoky flavor, even more so when topped with sweet sesame and coconut toppings.

What is kutsinta in Malaysia? ›

Kuih kosui, also known as kuih lompang, is a traditional Malaysia cake. The kuih is a steamed rice cake made with tapioca flour and rice flour flavored with palm sugar and pandan, and eaten with grated coconut. It bears resemblance to the Burmese mont kywe the and Filipino kutsinta.

How long can saltfish stay in the fridge? ›

Salt fish can be kept refrigerated for a week or so, but for longer storage it should be frozen. In a home freezer compartment it should be kept in the back farthest from the door and should not be kept more than a few months.

How long can sopas last in the fridge? ›

A general rule of thumb is that soup can be stored in the refrigerator for about three days, but you should always taste your dish before deciding to reheat. A clear, vegetable-based soup with some acidity, such as tomatoes, may last longer. Chicken soup usually lasts three to five days.

How long can Tamago last in the fridge? ›

Storage instructions

They will last in the fridge for up to 5 days. If you dilute the marinade with water, then the eggs can be stored in the marinade for the whole 5 days.

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