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Pinipig

 
Pinipig
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Other Names:young rice flakes, kao mow (Thai), green rice flakes, com (Vietnamese)

What is Pinipig?

Pinipig is pounded, young glutinous rice. Filipino people use the rice to make desserts and drinks. The delicacy is also eaten in Vietnam where it is called "com" and in Thailand where it is called "kao mow". The rice can be purchased fresh, then toasted or purchased dried.

Store flakes airtight in a cool dark location for up to 6 months.

Substitute for Pinipig

young rice flakes
Rice
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Favorite Pinipig Recipes

  • Coconut Pandan Cooler
    Coconut Pandan Cooler (Buko Pandan Cooler) is a cool refreshing drink with buko (coconut) and pandan flavored gelatin and pinipig topping. Includes links to ingredient descriptions and substitutions.

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