Minatamis na Saging
The minatamis na saging, also known as the sweet banana, is a delicious and versatile Filipino dessert that's cooked in sugar syrup. It's a delightful treat that captures the essence of sweetness and nostalgia.
Equipment
Saucepan
Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large plantain ripe
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup tapioca pearls cooked
Instructions
- Cook the tapioca pearls according to the package instructions if using any.
- Peel and slice the plantain bananas and cut them in half diagonally.
- In a saucepan, dissolve brown sugar in ½ cup of water and bring it to a boil. Simmer for a few minutes or until the syrup thickens slightly.
- Add the sliced bananas and continue to simmer for 5-10 minutes or until the bananas are tender.
- Turn off the heat and let it cool down. You can add cooked tapioca pearls (sago) to make it minatamis na saging with sago. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Notes:
- Look for bananas with yellow skin and some brown spots, indicating ripeness. The saba variety is ideal for this dessert due to its starchy texture that holds up well during cooking.
- Store your dessert in a container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 3servingsCalories: 376kcalCarbohydrates: 97gProtein: 2gFat: 0.4gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 633mgFiber: 2gSugar: 57gVitamin A: 1348IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
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