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Nutritional Values
320kcal
3gProtein
70gCarbs
5gFat
7gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Pichi-Pichi
How to order / say it
Say it
Pichi-Pichi — [pee-chee pee-chee]
Order
Please bring me Pichi-Pichi.
Locally
Mmu ungil a Pichi-Pichi, ngdi mekngem.
Say locally
A sweet treat of grated cassava and coconut.
Why try it?
Pichi-Pichi showcases the sweet side of Babeldaob’s culinary creativity, using ubiquitous local ingredients.
How it tastes
The dessert is soft, chewy, and fragrant, with the coconut aroma enhancing its naturally sweet taste.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Introduced in the early 20th century, Pichi-Pichi is often served during special occasions and community gatherings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 400 g cassava
- 🍯 200 g sugar
- 🥜 100 g, grated coconut
- 🥕 200 ml water
Method
- 1 Grate the cassava and mix with sugar and water.
- 2 Steam the mixture until set.
- 3 Roll in grated coconut before serving.
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