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    Ube Turon Recipe

    Published: Jul 25, 2023 by Nora Reyes · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission. · 4 Comments

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    Ube Turon features ube halaya and saba bananas wrapped in thin lumpia wrappers, deep-fried, and coated with a thin caramel layer. With just a simple addition, this turon takes on a whole new level of deliciousness.

    Holding Ube Turon that's cut in half.
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    • What is Turon?
    • Ingredients you'll need
    • Notes and substitutions
    • How to make this recipe
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Try other lumpia varieties
    • More about Turon (Banana Spring Rolls)
    • Other dessert recipes you may like
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    What is Turon?

    Turon, often referred to as banana lumpia, is a popular Filipino snack made with slices of ripe saba bananas and slices of jackfruit, wrapped in thin spring roll wrappers and fried until golden and crispy.

    The sugar added before and after wrapping caramelizes during frying, giving it its characteristic sweet glaze. A delicious variation is Ube Turon with Ube Halaya, a spread made with ube, coconut milk, and condensed milk.

    Ingredients you'll need

    Individual ingredients for Ube Turon.
    Oil (for frying) is not in the photo.

    Notes and substitutions

    • Saba bananas: Ripe saba bananas make the best turon. If you can't find fresh saba bananas, frozen ones also work great. You can use ripe Burro bananas or plantains as suitable alternatives. Look for firmer varieties that hold up well to cooking.
    • Ube Halaya (Purple Yam Jam): A creamy dessert made from mashed purple yam, coconut milk, and condensed milk or sugar. You can use either homemade ube halaya or store-bought versions.
    • Spring roll wrappers: If lumpia wrappers are unavailable, spring roll wrappers are the best substitute. These are made from wheat flour and come in different sizes. Avoid using egg roll wrappers as they are thicker and less crispy.

    How to make this recipe

    Step 1: Slice the bananas lengthwise into 4 pieces to create thin, perfectly sized banana slices for turon.

    Slicing saba bananas into thin slices.

    Step 2: Transfer the ube halaya to a piping bag or a resealable bag, tie it securely, and cut a small opening of about ½ inch to make spreading easier.

    Alternatively, you can simply scoop the ube halaya and spread it over the banana slices.

    Transferring ube halaya (purple yam jam) to a resealable bag.

    Step 3: Peel the wrappers carefully, one at a time. They dry up quickly, so work fast or cover them with a damp paper towel.

    Set the wrapper in a diamond shape (if using squares), then put a slice of banana and a little less than a tablespoon of ube halaya at the lower part of the wrapper, slightly above the edge.

    Ube halaya being piped onto a banana slice on a lumpia wrapper.

    Step 4: Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the banana and ube halaya, then tuck in the sides.

    Folding the bottom and sides of the lumpia wrapper over the banana slice and ube halaya.

    Step 5: Roll it up, then use eggwash (beaten egg with some water) to seal the top corner. Alternatively, you can use a dab of water (or with cornstarch) to seal it, depending on the type of wrapper.

    Wrap the remaining bananas and fry them right away to avoid getting soggy. You can also freeze them for later.

    Sealing the top corner of the lumpia wrapper with egg wash using a pastry brush.

    Step 6: Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat, adding enough oil to mostly submerge the turon. Test if the oil is ready by dipping a chopstick or a wooden spoon into it; bubbles should form around it instantly. Then, add the turon to the hot oil.

    Frying the turon in hot oil in the wok.

    Step 7: Fry the turon for about 3 minutes, or until they begin to brown. Sprinkle some sugar over them at this point, then flip them halfway through.

    PRO TIP: For turon that stays extra crispy, fry them on high heat initially, then slightly reduce the heat so they crisp up without browing too fast. Avoid adding the sugar too soon, as it can caramelize fast and result in less crispy, undercooked wrappers.

    Sprinkling sugar over each turon in the oil.

    Step 8: Flip and move the turon pieces continuously until the sugar has completely caramelized, ensuring even caramelization and preventing burning.

    Flipping the turon with caramelized sugar on the outside.

    Step 9: Drain the turon on a wire rack to maintain their crispiness.

    Draining the ube turon on a wire rack.

    Serve Ube Turon immediately after frying. Store it uncovered to keep it crispy and prevent the caramel from melting. Enjoy!

    Ube turon on banana leaves.

    Recipe FAQs

    What does ube taste like?

    Ube, or purple yam, has a unique and distinct flavor. When cooked, it becomes soft and creamy with a slight sweetness and a nutty taste.

    Its flavor is mild, with an aroma often compared to a blend of vanilla and coconut. This subtle taste makes ube a beloved ingredient in various Filipino desserts.

    Why is my turon soggy?

    Turon might turn out soggy if the heat is too high, causing the outside to brown quickly while the layers of lumpia wrappers inside remain undercooked.

    To avoid this, give the turon enough time to cook and crisp up fully. Ensure the filling is not too moist, which can also contribute to the sogginess.

    Try other lumpia varieties

    • Turon: Banana spring rolls filled with ripe saba bananas, then fried until caramelized and crispy.
    • Turones de Mani: A sweet lumpia variation filled with crushed peanuts mixed with sugar, then wrapped and fried until crispy.
    • Cheese Lumpia: A lumpia variation filled with strips of cheese, fried until crispy.
    • Lumpiang Shanghai: Crispy spring rolls filled with a mixture of ground pork and finely chopped vegetables, served with sweet chili sauce.
    • Lumpiang Gulay: Fried vegetable spring rolls filled with ingredients like cabbage, squash, jicama, sweet potato, and green beans, then paired with a garlic-vinegar dipping sauce.
    • Lumpiang Ubod: Fresh spring rolls made with heart of palm (ubod), shrimp, pork, and other veggies, served with a garlicky peanut or garlic-vinegar sauce.
    • Lumpiang Sariwa: Fresh, unfried spring rolls filled with sautéed vegetables and shrimp or tofu, wrapped in crepe-like wrappers and topped with crushed peanuts and a garlicky soy-based sauce.
    • Lumpiang Togue: Spring rolls filled primarily with bean sprouts and other veggies, then fried until crisp.
    • Lumpiang Bangus: Filled with deboned milkfish and other ingredients wrapped and fried until crisp.
    • Lumpiang Hubad: A "naked" version of lumpiang sariwa where the filling is served without the wrapper.

    More about Turon (Banana Spring Rolls)

    Here are more frequently asked questions about Turon (Banana Spring Rolls), including extra tips, troubleshooting, and other information.

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    Holding Ube Turon cut in half cross section.

    Ube Turon

    Ube halaya and saba bananas wrapped in thin lumpia wrappers, deep-fried, and delicately coated with a thin caramel layer.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: Filipino
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 20
    Calories: 209kcal
    Author: Nora Rey
    Cost: $6-$8

    Equipment

    • Wok or Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 5 ripe saba bananas, sliced into 4, lengthwised (see note)
    • 1 cup ube halaya or more (see note)
    • 20 lumpia or spring roll wrappers (see note)
    • egg, for sealing sub: water (or with cornstarch)
    • ½ cup granulated sugar sub: brown sugar
    • Neutral oil (for frying)

    Instructions

    • Slice the bananas lengthwise into 4 pieces to create thin, perfectly sized banana slices for turon.
    • Transfer the ube halaya to a piping bag or a resealable bag, tie it securely, and cut a small opening of about ½ inch to make spreading easier.
      Alternatively, you can simply scoop the ube halaya and spread it over the banana slices.
    • Peel the wrappers carefully, one at a time. They dry up quickly, so work fast or cover them with a damp paper towel.
      Set the wrapper in a diamond shape (if using squares), then put a slice of banana and a little less than a tablespoon of ube halaya at the lower part of the wrapper, slightly above the edge.
    • Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the banana and ube halaya, then tuck in the sides.
    • Roll it up, then use eggwash (beaten egg with some water) to seal the top corner. Alternatively, you can use a dab of water (or cornstarch) to seal it, depending on the type of wrapper.
    • Wrap the remaining bananas and fry them right away to avoid getting soggy. You can also freeze them for later.
    • Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat, adding enough oil to mostly submerge the turon. Test if the oil is ready by dipping a chopstick or a wooden spoon into it; bubbles should form around it instantly. Then, add the turon to the hot oil.
    • Fry the turon for about 3 minutes, or until they begin to brown. Sprinkle some sugar over them at this point, then flip them halfway through.
      PRO TIP: For turon that stays extra crispy, fry them on high heat initially, then slightly reduce the heat so they crisp up without browing too fast. Avoid adding the sugar too soon, as it can caramelize fast and result in less crispy, undercooked wrappers.
    • Flip and move the turon pieces continuously until the sugar has completely caramelized, ensuring even caramelization and preventing burning.
    • Drain the turon on a wire rack to maintain their crispiness. Serve immediately and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Saba bananas: Ripe saba bananas make the best turon. If you can't find fresh saba bananas, frozen ones also work great. You can use ripe Burro bananas or plantains as suitable alternatives. Look for firmer varieties that hold up well to cooking.
    • Ube Halaya (Purple Yam Jam): A creamy dessert made from mashed purple yam, coconut milk, and sugar. You can use either homemade ube halaya or store-bought versions.
    • Lumpia wrappers: If lumpia wrappers are unavailable, spring roll wrappers are the best substitute. These are made from wheat flour and come in different sizes. Avoid using egg roll wrappers as they are thicker and less crispy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 32IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
    Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided here is solely for informational purposes. I am not a certified nutritionist, and this data hasn't been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or any other authority. It shouldn't be seen as health or nutrition advice. The figures are estimates calculated from various food composition databases and might vary based on product types, brands, natural variations in produce, and ingredient processing methods. Individual results may differ.
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    1. Ryan

      July 26, 2023 at 1:36 am

      5 stars
      Yummy!!!!

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      • Nora Rey

        August 18, 2023 at 7:42 am

        Thank you! Ube really does add a yummy twist to the classic turon. Hope you get to try making it yourself! 😊🍠🍌

        Reply
    2. Christine

      July 26, 2023 at 1:12 am

      5 stars
      Ube is my favorite! I have to make to make this. When is the perfect time to add the sugar without burning them?

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      • Nora Rey

        August 18, 2023 at 7:47 am

        So glad to hear you're a fan of ube! It's best to sprinkle the sugar when the turon is starting to brown to make sure it's crisp all the way through. Keep an eye on it after adding the sugar, as it caramelizes really fast. Enjoy! 🍠🍌

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