Puto (Rice Muffins) Recipe

Ingredients:

500ml coconut milk (from 1 coconut)

150g granulated sugar

1 teaspoon powdered star anise (optional)

120g grated coconut (white-part only), mixed with a little salt

Sifted

250g rice flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 teaspoons baking powder

How to cook:

1. Thoroughly mix coconut milk to sifted ingredients in a mixing howl to get a smooth mixture.

2. Add powdered Star anise (if used). Mix well. Fill greased muffin pans 2/3 full with the mixture.

3. Steam for 20-25 minutes or until done. (Muffins are done when toothpick or cake tester inserted in the centre comes out clean.)

To serve:

Serve hot topped with grated coconut or butter.

Original Reference:
http://www.foodmalaysia.net/recipe_collections/puto-rice-muffins