Suman

Suman is a traditional Filipino rice cake made from glutinous rice and coconut milk, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to perfection.

Suman

Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice
  • 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Banana leaves, for wrapping

Instructions

  1. Rinse the glutinous rice and place it in a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the coconut milk, sugar, and salt.
  3. Pour the coconut milk mixture into the bowl of rice and stir until well combined.
  4. Cut the banana leaves into rectangles, then briefly pass them over an open flame to make them pliable.
  5. Place a portion of the rice mixture onto each banana leaf, then fold and secure the ends to form a cylindrical shape.
  6. Steam the suman for 45-60 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
  7. Let the suman cool before unwrapping and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
2g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Steamer Mixing bowls

Tools

Knife Open flame (stove or torch)

Serving suggestions

Suman is best served with a side of sweetened coconut sauce or hot chocolate.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to properly wrap the suman in banana leaves to prevent the filling from spilling out during steaming.

Cost

$5