GINATAAN (SWEET POTATOES IN COCONUT MILK)
Every Filipino I know loves Ginataan...a hot dessert of sweet potato and yam in sweetened coconut milk. We also add sliced Filipino Saba banana and little Mochiko balls (bilo bilo). Saba is a cooking banana similar to Plaintain, and can be found at Asian markets. Leave out the Saba if you can't locate it; do not use regular banana as it gets too mushy when cooked. Ginataan is Filipino comfort food at its finest!
Provided by May M
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Wash and peel sweet potatoes and cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces. Keep cut potatoes under water in a prep bowl while you are preparing so they don't discolor.
- Drain potatoes and transfer to a large saucepan. Add the sliced Saba. Pour in 2 cups water and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- While potatoes and Saba are cooking, make the bilo bilo: In a small bowl, mix together the Mochiko flour and 2 tablespoons of water. Add more water as needed to make a dough that is not too sticky, not too dry. Roll into marble-size balls and set aside.
- When potatoes are done, lower the heat to medium and gently drop the balls in the simmering water. They are fully cooked when they float to the top.
- When the last ball floats, gently stir in the coconut milk and sugar to the mixture. Stir carefully so you don't break up the potatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes, then ladle into bowls and serve warm.
- Store leftovers in fridge; reheat before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.2, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 13.1, Sodium 118.6, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 33.7, Protein 5.2
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Md Rabani Ali
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add a unique and flavorful side dish to any meal. The coconut milk gives the sweet potatoes a creamy and rich flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Musa Fofanah
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the sweet and creamy flavor of the sweet potatoes and coconut milk.
Isaac Mensah
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
HK Empire
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I had some roasted sweet potatoes from dinner the night before, and I used them to make this dish. It was so easy and delicious.
Kate Abban Appiah
[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night, and they loved it! The sweet potatoes were perfectly cooked, and the coconut milk sauce was so creamy and flavorful.
Violet Shreve
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant. I'm definitely going to be making this again for my next dinner party.
Kwanda Gumede
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook sweet potatoes, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The coconut milk adds a unique and delicious flavor to the sweet potatoes.
Lex Trott
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet potatoes in this dish, and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.
Adrian Bacchas
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the sweet and creamy flavor of the sweet potatoes and coconut milk.
Shery Subhaan
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Sterling Case
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but I'm so glad I did. The coconut milk in this dish is very subtle and doesn't overpower the sweet potatoes.
Cebrayil Mahmudov
[email protected]This dish is so comforting and flavorful. I love the way the coconut milk and sweet potatoes melt together in my mouth.
Carbon Cash
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Filipino food, and this ginataan sweet potato recipe is one of my favorites. The coconut milk and sweet potatoes are a perfect combination.
Pakistani Darma
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I had some roasted sweet potatoes from dinner the night before, and I used them to make this dish. It was so easy and delicious.
Adepoju Kehinde
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my sweet potatoes didn't come out as tender as I would have liked. I think I'll try cooking them for a little longer next time.
Brendon Paswere
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of sweet potatoes and coconut milk. I will definitely be making this again.
Gamer Hadi
[email protected]I've never had ginataan sweet potatoes before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They were so easy to make and turned out so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Jennifer Gonzalez
[email protected]This ginataan sweet potato recipe is a keeper! The coconut milk gave the dish a rich and creamy flavor, while the sweet potatoes were perfectly tender. I added a bit of ginger to give it a little extra kick, and it was delicious.