Bici bici

"Bici bici" is a refreshing summer dessert from the city of Adana. It is basically made by preparing a jelly from corn starch and cutting it up into pieces. It is then served by adding a red rosewater syrup, crushed ice and powdered sugar on top. You may choose to use additional toppings such as bananas or other fruits.

Ingredients:

2 litres water
1 cup corn starch
4 tablespoons rosewater
Red food coloring
Powdered sugar (as much as needed)

Directions:

• Mix together the water and corn starch in a pot.
• Heat on medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture has a pudding-like consistency.
• Wet a broad plate with water and pour in the mixture. It should be about two fingers thick.
• After it has cooled down a bit, cover the plate with a wet cloth so that it doesn't dry, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
• In the meantime, prepare the toppings: mix 1 litre of water with the rosewater and add a few drops of food colouring.
• To make the crushed ice, you can use a blender or place the ice in a plastic bag and smash.
• When the jelly is ready, cut it into small cubes and distribute into bowls. Pour some rosewater mixture on top, add the crushed ice and serve with powdered sugar on the side.