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Cassava Suman

Cassava Suman is a Filipino delicacy of steaming a mixture of grated cassava, coconut milk, and sugar in banana leaves. Try this great Cassava recipe now!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 183 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: Asian , Filipino

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated cassava
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup coconut milk
  • ½ cup desiccated coconut or fresh young coconut meat
FOR WRAPPING
  • banana leaves - about 6 inches (width)

Instructions

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  1. If using frozen grated cassava, thaw and drain excess liquids by using a sieve.
  2. If using young coconut meat, either grate/shred or chop the meat finely.
  3. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  4. Wash the banana leaves with water and pat dry. Heat each leaf by running it real quick on top of your stove with the heat/fire on. This will make the banana leaves more pliable.
  5. Scoop two spoonfuls of the mixture and place near the edge of a leaf then form into a log. Roll towards the other end to enclose the filling and then fold both sides towards the middle to fully seal the filling inside.
  6. Arrange the rolled Cassava Suman in the top layer of a steamer with the folds facing down to prevent them from opening while steaming.
  7. Steam for 30-35 minutes.
  8. Remove the cassava suman from the steamer and let it cool down. You may serve it just slightly warm or cold.

Nutrition Information

Calories 183kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 13mg (1%) Potassium 202mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 5IU (0%) Vitamin C 10.6mg (12%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 183

% Daily Value*

Calories 183kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 13mg 1%
Potassium 202mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 5IU 0%
Vitamin C 10.6mg 12%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.