Alegría de Palenque

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Soak the millet in water for one hour and remove any floating grains.
  2. 2Rinse and let the millet dry completely.
  3. 3Place small amounts of millet in a pan to toast until they pop.
  4. 4Cut the coconut into thin slices.
  5. 5Cook the coconut with water for about an hour until it softens.
  6. 6Add panela and anise seeds.
  7. 7Cook over medium-low heat until a syrup forms.
  8. 8Pour the syrup over the toasted millet and mix well.
  9. 9Moisten hands and shape the mixture into round candies.
  10. 10Let the candies dry at room temperature until hardened.

Ingredients

  • 250 grams millet
  • 200 grams panela
  • 0.5 coconut
  • 1 cucharada anise seeds
  • necesaria water

Tips

  • Soak the millet for one hour before cooking.
  • Remove grains that float while soaking.
  • Cook the mixture over medium-low heat until a thick syrup forms.
  • Moisten hands to form the candies.