Pani Popo

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, sift the flour, make a well in the middle, pour the lukewarm water and sprinkle the yeast on top. Leave a couple of minutes (about

Step 2

until the yeast is dissolved and bubbles appear.

Step 3

Add the oil and a pinch of salt and with the dough hook on start mixing slowing adding coconut milk until the dough comes clean from the sides of the bowl.

Step 4

I measured mine and I used 3/4 cup plus almost 2 tbsp or 205 ml which is just few drops more than half can of coconut milk.

Step 5

Leave the dough in a oily bowl, covered, to rest until doubled in volume.

Step 6

When risen, divide it in 9-10 balls and place them in a baking pan or skillet (like me).

Step 7

Cover again and let it rest until almost double in volume.

Step 8

Meanwhile heat the oven to 375F and mix the rest of the coconut milk with the sugar.

Step 9

Pour over the rolls, sprinkle some raw sugar on top (optional) and bake for about 40 minutes or until golden brown and the coconut milk is absorbed.

Step 10

Serve warm or cold