Puto Bumbong (without bamboo steamer)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories while evaporated milk is more affordable.

glutinous rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: regular rice

Brown rice offers more fiber, while regular rice is often cheaper.

Mix glutinous rice, rice flour, purple yam flavoring, water, and purple food coloring in a bowl.

Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes.

Prepare banana leaves or aluminum foil for steaming.

Fill the prepared banana leaves or aluminum foil with the rice mixture.

Steam for 12-15 minutes until cooked through.

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly.

Serve topped with margarine, grated coconut, cheese, and condensed milk.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens