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Ginataang Bilo Bilo

Cultural Context

Originating from the Philippines, Ginataang Bilo Bilo is a beloved dessert that showcases the rich flavors of coconut milk combined with various local ingredients. Traditionally served during special occasions and festivals, it reflects the Filipino practice of using available seasonal produce. Today, it has gained popularity beyond the Philippines, with variations appearing in many Southeast Asian cuisines, celebrating the harmonious blend of sweet and creamy textures.

FilipinoPHdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cans coconut milk
1 can coconut cream
½ can condensed milk
3 pcs pandan leaves
1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1 bite size
15 sweet rice balls
1 jar jack fruit in heavy syrup
1 can young coconut, strained
2 cups sago (tapioca pearls) cooked
4 cups plantains or saba, peeled and cut into ½ inch thickness
a few drops of ube extract

glutinous rice balls

🥗Healthier: quinoa balls

💰Cheaper: rice flour balls

Quinoa offers a healthier option with similar texture.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sago pearls

🥗Healthier: tapioca pearls

💰Cheaper: cornstarch balls

Tapioca pearls are easier to find and less expensive.

sweet potato

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash provides similar sweetness with fewer calories.

1

Bring coconut milk, cream, condensed milk with the pandan leaves in a pot to a boil.

2

Add sweet potato and cook for 7 minutes over high heat.

3

Adjust heat to medium and add rice balls, jack fruit (cut into strips) and its syrup. Add tapioca pearl. Stir.

4

Add young coconut, stir.

5

Add a few drops of ube extract if using.

6

Continue to cook for another 5 minutes.

7

Add bananas. Stir and cook (low heat) for 2 minutes.

8

Turn off stove. Serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Bilo BiloGinataang Bilo-Bilo

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