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How to Cook "Puto Bumbong" w/o Bamboo Steamer | YutoNiMisyel Channel (Episode 81)

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Puto Bumbong

Cultural Context

Puto Bumbong is a traditional Filipino delicacy often enjoyed during the Christmas season, particularly at dawn masses known as 'Simbang Gabi.' This festive treat is made from glutinous rice and is steamed in bamboo tubes, giving it a distinct purple color and unique texture. It is typically served with coconut milk and grated coconut, symbolizing the joy of the holiday season. Today, Puto Bumbong has gained popularity beyond the Philippines, often found in Filipino communities worldwide during celebrations.

FilipinoPHdessert
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g Glutinous Rice
1 1/4cup Water
1tsp Ube Food Coloring
1/2cup Desiccated Coconut (or grated Fresh Coconut)
6tsp Brown Sugar
1cup Cheddar Cheese (grated)
Butter (or margarine)
Banana Leaves (or aluminum foil)

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.

1

Soak glutinous rice in water for at least 8 hours or overnight.

2

Drain the soaked rice and blend with water until smooth.

3

Add ube food coloring and mix until well combined.

4

Fill a steamer with the rice mixture, using banana leaves or aluminum foil as needed.

5

Steam for about 20-30 minutes until cooked through.

6

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly.

7

Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with butter or margarine.

8

Top with desiccated coconut and sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top.

9

Serve warm and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

steamingmixing

Equipment Needed

steamerblenderserving plate

Spice Level:

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Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Purple Rice CakeSteamed Rice Cake

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