A crunchy coconut candy made from grated coconut cooked with sugar, ginger, and food coloring into colorful sweet bars.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: wrapped in plastic or wax paper
Instructions
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Cook sugar and water until it reaches soft ball stage.
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Add grated coconut, ginger, vanilla, and food coloring.
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Stir constantly until mixture thickens and begins to pull from the pan.
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Pour onto a greased surface, flatten, and cut into bars while still warm.
Did You Know?
Tableta vendors are a common sight at Belizean bus stations and markets, selling the colorful candy in pink, white, and brown varieties.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- heavy saucepan
- wooden spoon
- greased tray
The Story Behind Tableta
Tableta is a beloved Belizean street candy with roots in Caribbean coconut confection traditions. The combination of coconut and sugar reflects the plantation era when both ingredients were abundant. Today, tableta is made by home cooks and small vendors throughout Belize, with each maker adding their personal touch through ginger, vanilla, or distinctive food coloring.
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