Galapong is a type of rice flour that is a key ingredient in many Filipino rice cakes and desserts. It’s made from glutinous rice that is soaked, ground, and fermented. This fermentation process gives galapong its unique texture and flavor.

Common Filipino delicacies made with galapong:

• Puto: Steamed rice cakes that are soft and fluffy.
• Bibingka: A type of rice cake baked in a clay pot and often topped with salted egg, cheese, and butter.
• Kutsinta: A steamed rice cake that is often topped with grated coconut.

Galapong is a versatile ingredient that can be used to create a variety of delicious treats.