The Endless Varieties of Kakanin
5 Types of Maja
Maja
Cornstarch, Cooked, Placed in Containers to set
Purist may say that this is not a kakanin but since it is consumed like such and usually served and sold with kakanins then it can be considered as one. These coconut milk flavoured cornstarch is cooked in a pot or kawali until it is thickened, it is then transferred into a container to set before serving.
Maja Blanca – The most basic form, basically thickened cornstarch flavoured with coconut milk and sugar
Maja Buko Pandan – Maja infused with pandan essence and studded with young coconut strips.
Maja de Ube – Maja in combination with ube (purple yam)
Maja Kalabasa – Maja in combination with kalabasa (squash).
Maja Mais – Maja studded with corn kernels
