Grater cakes or shamsuku/shammy

Ingredients

• 1 Dry Coconut
• 1 libra granulated Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger
• ¼ teaspoonSalt
• 3 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon. Vanilla Flavoring
• Food Coloring (Using color of your choice)

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Preparation

• Remove coconut flesh from the shell using a knife; pare outer part of it leaving only the white section of the fruit.
• Rinse and shred the coconut using a grater be sure not to remove the juice.
• Bring water to boil in a saucepan and add all ingredients. Allow to boil for about 40 minutes on high flame.
• Remove small amount which will be used to decorate the top of the cakes then place it in another pot and color with food coloring of your choice.
• Stir both pots occasionally with a wooden spoon to let the sugar keep from binding too fast.
• When the brew starts to develop some consistency, remove by spoonfuls and place on a greased surface.