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!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups grated cassava
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut (or fresh young coconut meat)
• banana leaves (- about 6 inches (width))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1If using frozen grated cassava, thaw and drain excess liquids by using a sieve.
2. 2If using young coconut meat, either grate/shred or chop the meat finely.
3. 3Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
4. 4Wash 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. 5Scoop 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. 6Arrange the rolled Cassava Suman in the top layer of a steamer with the folds facing down to prevent them from opening while steaming.
7. 7Steam for 30-35 minutes.
8. 8Remove the cassava suman from the steamer and let it cool down. You may serve it just slightly warm or cold.