Matcha Biko
By: Rezel Kealoha
Biko is a type of Kakanin (Filipino Rice Based Dessert). This version includes a Matcha-infused sticky rice topped with a Matcha custard glaze. Top with freeze-dried and fresh strawberries for brightness!
SERVINGS: 16
TIME: 2 hrs, 30min
CATEGORY: Desserts
INGREDIENTS
- Biko Layer
- • 2 Cups Sticky Rice
- • 2½ Cups Water
- • 1 Can Full Fat Coconut Milk (14 oz)
- • 2 Tbsp Aiya Culinary Grade Matcha
- Custard Topping
- • 1 Can Condensed Milk (14oz)
- • 3 Egg Yolks
- • 2 Tbsp Aiya Culinary Grade Matcha
- Garnishes
- • 2 Tbsp Crushed Freeze Dried Strawberries
- • 16 Small Fresh Strawberries
- Equipment
- • 8×8 Baking Dish
- • Rice Cooker
DIRECTIONS
- Biko Layer
- 1. Rinse the rice up to 6 times until the water runs clear.
- 2. Add 2½ cups of water and press the sweet rice setting on the rice cooker.
- 3. Place the cooked rice, coconut milk and Matcha powder in a non-stick pan. With the heat off mix until fully incorporated.
- 4. Turn on the heat to medium low and keep mixing for up to 15 minutes until the coconut milk is absorbed.
- 5. Transfer the Matcha coconut milk infused rice to the 8×8 pan and smooth with a knife or spatula or back of a spoon.
- Custard Topping
- 1. Pre-Heat Oven to 350°F.
- 2. In a bowl add in the condensed milk and Matcha powder. Mix well then add in the egg yolks and mix well again.
- 3. Pour the custard on top of the rice and bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges looked baked and set.
- 4. Leave too cool to room temperature and then put in the fridge to set for at least 2 hours.
- How to Serve
- 1. Cut into squares and top with a sprinkle of freeze dried and fresh strawberries.
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