Haupia - Hawaiian Coconut Pudding

Haupia - Traditional Hawaiian Coconut Pudding

9 cups Fresh Grated Coconut
Coconut Water plus Water to make a total of 3 C.
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
1/3 cup Sugar

Bring water to a boil. Mix with grated coconut meat. Let sit at least 15 minutes. Squeeze out coconut milk in cheese cloth or jelly bag until you have 4 1/2 C. liquid. Mix cornstarch with sugar and add coconut milk to make a smooth paste, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until mixture thickens. Pour into greased 8-inch square pan and cool. Cut into 2 inch squares. This pudding is traditionally served at luaus. It is attractive served on ti leaves.