El Fogón de Frakie

oth are legendary drinks of the Sundanese people in the highlands of West Java. Bajigur is more coconut-forward, while Bandrek is the spicier «ginger punch». A warm and sweet beverage from West Java, traditionally consumed by farmers in the highlands.   Ingredients:  

• • Coconut milk

• • Palm sugar

• • Ginger

• • Cinnamon

• • Sometimes pieces of young coconut or kolang-kaling.

  Methods:  

• • Heat coconut milk over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent curdling.

• • Add palm sugar, ginger, and cinnamon.

• • Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the aroma is released.

• • Strain and serve warm in a mug.