Coconut Pearls - semolina rice

Method

• In a non-stick, heavy pan, heat the coconut milk and water.
• As the liquid comes to a boil, add the sugar and semolina. Stir well to remove any lumps.
• Gently cook on low for 10 minutes, stirring continuously.
• The mixture should gradually thicken to a paste, and come away from the sides of the pan.
• After 10 minutes, remove from the heat and add the desiccated coconut. Leave to cool.
• Prepare a mix of confectioner's sugar and desiccated coconut in equal measure in a shallow dish.
• Using damp hands, shape into cherry-sized balls, dip into the sugar-coconut mix, and place into small paper muffin molds.
• Store in an air-tight container in the fridge.
• Warm slightly in the microwave just before serving.