Yokan (Bean Paste Dessert)




2 lbs. mochi rice 4 cups granulated sugar 2 tsp. vanilla 2 coconuts, shredded 1-1/2 tsp. salt Banana leaves Soak the mochi rice for 3 hours; steam in steamer until tender. In the meantime extract the milk from the shredded coconut. Cook the coconut milk until it becomes golden brown; add the sugar, mixing well….
3 cups coconut milk1/2 cup cornstarch1/2 cup sugar1/4 tsp. salt Add water to grated coconut until the coconut is just covered. Stir the mass few minutes and strain. Measure coconut milk into a pot. Add sugar, cornstarch and salt and stir until the cornstarch is dissolved. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly until it bolls….