Ebwe (pandanus leaf rolls)

Instructions

1. Wash the pandanus leaves, cut them into long strips about 20 cm and blanch them for 30 seconds to soften.
2. In a saucepan, heat the water with the sugar and salt until fully dissolved.
3. Add the grated coconut and stir for 5 minutes over low heat until it absorbs the syrup.
4. Let the coconut mixture cool for a few minutes so it is easy to handle.
5. Place a small amount of filling in the centre of each pandanus strip and roll it up firmly.
6. Secure the end with a toothpick and steam the rolls for 10 minutes before serving them warm or cold.