Tibok-tibok
Tibok-tibok (Pampangan: tibuktíbuk) or carabao-milk pudding is a Pampangan dessert pudding made primarily from carabao milk and ground soaked glutinous rice (galapong). Originating in the Philippine province of Pampanga, it is especially popular in Cagayan. It has a soft jelly-like texture and is topped with latik (coconut curds) before serving. It is characteristically creamy white in color and has a delicate, sweet and slightly salty flavor. It is very similar to the more common maja blanca, albeit the latter is made with coconut milk and cornstarch.[1][2]
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| Alternative names | carabao-milk pudding |
|---|---|
| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Philippines |
| Region or state | Pampanga, Cagayan |
| Serving temperature | room temperature, cold |
| Similar dishes | Maja blanca, blancmange, leche flan |
Etymology
The name tibok-tibok literally means "[like a] heartbeat". This is due to the method of determining if the dish is cooked. Once it has reduced to a firm consistency, the bubbles barely break the surface, making it look like it is pulsating.[3][4]
Preparation
Tibok-tibok is prepared similarly to maja blanca. Carabao milk is traditionally mixed with a small amount of galapong, ground glutinous rice that has been soaked overnight. It is flavored with a small amount of white sugar and dayap (key lime) zest. It is simmered at low heat while stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. It is immediately poured into a flat pan lined with greased banana leaves and allowed to cool. It can also be poured into molds as desired. It is usually served as square or diamond-shaped slices. It is topped with latik (coconut curds).[4] It is stored in airtight containers to prevent it from drying out.[1][3][5][6]
Carabao milk can be substituted with whole fat cow's milk in areas where it is not available.[5][7] Less traditional preparations might also substitute rice flour or cornstarch for galapong, or exclude it altogether.[1][7]
See also
References
- "Authentic Tibok Tibok (Carabao's Milk Pudding)". Foxy Folksy. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
- "Maja Blanca Recipe".
- "Tibok Tibok Recipe". Global Granary. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
- "Tibok-Tibok Recipe". Panlasang Pinoy Recipes™. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
- "Tibok-Tibok". Kawaling Pinoy. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
- "Tibok-Tibok (Carabao's Milk Pudding)". Kawaling Pinoy Tasty Recipes. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
- "Pampanga's Tibok-tibok (Carabao's Milk Pudding)". Atbp.ph. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
