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Turones de Mani (Filipino Peanut Rolls)

Turones de Mani (Filipino Peanut Rolls) are a traditional Filipino dessert consisting of ground salted peanuts mixed with brown sugar, wrapped in delicate lumpia wrappers, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. This handheld treat, also known as turon de mani or peanut lumpia, exemplifies Filipino culinary ingenuity by combining Chinese spring roll techniques with local ingredients to create a perfectly balanced sweet-salty snack that's popular during afternoon merienda (snack time).

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 20 pieces
Calories: 98 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 100 g ¾ cup salted peanuts mani
  • ½ cup brown sugar asukal na pula
  • 20 pieces small lumpia wrappers balat ng lumpia
  • Cooking oil for deep-frying mantika
  • ¼ cup water for sealing wrappers tubig
Optional for Caramel Coating:
  • ½ cup granulated sugar puting asukal

Instructions

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  1. First, grind the salted peanuts in a blender until they become a powder, being careful not to over-process into a paste. Mix the ground peanuts with brown sugar in a bowl until well combined and set aside.
  2. Take your lumpia wrappers and carefully separate them one by one. Place a wrapper on a clean plate with one corner pointing toward you. Put one teaspoon of the peanut-sugar mixture near the bottom corner of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in both sides. Roll the wrapper upward tightly, like a small burrito. Dip your finger in water and dab it along the top corner to seal the roll. Place the finished roll seam-side down and cover with a slightly damp cloth. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  3. Heat cooking oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Reduce the heat to low. Gently place several rolls in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  4. If you want to add a caramel coating, add ½ cup sugar to the hot oil before frying the rolls. Keep the heat on low and wait until the sugar floats to the surface. Then fry the rolls as directed above, being extra careful as the caramel can burn quickly.
  5. Let the turones cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Notes

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  • Q: Can I make these ahead? A: Yes, you can prepare and freeze unfried turones for up to 3 months.
  • Q: Why are my turones not crispy? A: Oil temperature might be too low. Maintain 350°F (175°C).
  • Q: Can I use a food processor instead of a blender? A: Yes, pulse carefully to avoid making peanut butter.
  • Q: How do I prevent the wrapper from breaking? A: Handle gently and keep covered with damp cloth while working.
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  • Turones de Mani (Filipino Peanut Rolls)
  • Choose fresh, crisp lumpia wrappers for best results
  • Don't overfill - it may cause bursting during frying
  • Keep wrapped turones covered while working to prevent drying
  • Test oil temperature with a small piece of wrapper
  • Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature
  • Store unused wrappers in freezer to maintain freshness
  • Serve warm or at room temperature
  • Perfect with afternoon tea or coffee
  • Often served during merienda (afternoon snack)
  • Can be part of dessert table during celebrations
  • Pair with Filipino hot chocolate (tsokolate)
  • If wrapper tears: Use less filling or double-wrap
  • If filling falls out: Seal edges better with more water
  • If too dark: Lower oil temperature
  • If not crispy: Oil temperature too low or wrapper too wet
  • Peanuts: Use cashews or mixed nuts
  • Brown sugar: Palm sugar or muscovado
  • Lumpia wrappers: Spring roll wrappers (thinner)
  • Salted peanuts: Unsalted + ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Room temperature: 2-3 days in airtight container
  • Refrigerator: Up to 1 week
  • Freezer: Up to 3 months (unfried)
  • Reheat: 350°F oven for 5 minutes or air fryer

  • Chocolate Peanut:

    Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to filling

  • Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to filling

  • Coconut Peanut:

    Add ¼ cup toasted coconut to filling

  • Add ¼ cup toasted coconut to filling

  • Sesame Peanut:

    Roll in sesame seeds before frying

  • Roll in sesame seeds before frying

  • Sweet and Spicy:

    Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne to filling

  • Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne to filling

Nutrition Information

Calories 98kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 8g (12%) Sodium 41mg (2%) Potassium 7mg (0%) Sugar 10g (20%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 0.04mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 98

% Daily Value*

Calories 98kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 8g 12%
Sodium 41mg 2%
Potassium 7mg 0%
Sugar 10g 20%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 0.04mg 0%

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