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Suman Pinipig Recipe (with Latik)

Filipino kakanin made with pinipig and wrapped in banana leaves with latik.
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Filipino
Diet Gluten Free
Servings 16
Calories 227kcal
Author Nora Rey
Cost $12-$14

Equipment

  • Pan (for making latik & toasting pinipig)
  • Wok or wide pan
  • Steamer

Ingredients

For the latik

  • 1 can coconut cream

For the suman

  • 3 cups raw pinipig
  • 2 cans coconut milk (about 3½ cups)
  • ¾ cup sugar or more to taste
  • A pinch of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon clear pandan extract
  • Banana leaves

Instructions

  • Cook the coconut cream until the oil separates and the solids turn golden brown. Strain the latik and set the curds and oil aside.
  • Wipe the banana leaves clean, then pass them over a flame to soften. Cut into squares (about 8x8 inches).
  • In a dry wok or wide pan over low heat, lightly toast the pinipig.
  • Add the coconut milk, sugar, salt, and pandan extract.
    Cook over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring often.
    The mixture should be thick, sticky, and hold its shape when scooped.
  • Place about 2–3 tablespoons of the mixture in the center of a banana leaf and shape into a log. Top with some latik.
    Fold the leaf over the filling, roll to cover, then fold in the ends.
  • Steam over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until set.
  • Let cool slightly before unwrapping and serving.

Notes

  • Coconut cream: Thicker and used to make latik.
  • Coconut milk: Thinner and used to cook the pinipig. Fresh is best, but canned works too.
  • Pinipig: Young glutinous rice that has been flattened. It can be white or green. Use green for more color, and remove any husks or hard bits first.
  • Pandan extract: Clear for flavor, green for more color.
 
Storage and Reheating
  • At room temperature: Keep for the day, if not too warm.
  • In the fridge: Store for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat: Steam or microwave until warm.
 
Cooking Tips
  • Wipe and soften the banana leaves first so they are easier to fold.
  • Toast the pinipig lightly.
  • Cook until thick and scoopable.
  • Add more sugar to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 349IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 4mg