Last Updated on June 2, 2021 by Ed Joven
How to cook Pandan Biko
Pandan Biko Recipe - Pandan is more than just an ingredient with a captivating aroma. For starters, it can help lower blood pressure. It can also help eliminate dandruff and strengthen weak nerves. Pandan is also effective against rheumatism and decreased appetite. So when you combine it with the well-loved biko, you are getting a delight in terms of health and taste.
The Pandan Biko Recipe is perfect for fiestas or whenever you are just craving for some authentic Filipino meryenda. Whether you are cooking this for yourself or for a group, its taste will stick in your mind for a while. Indeed, adding Pandan is a great variation to this kakanin that we all love.
Read below to learn the steps on how to cook Pandan Biko. This variation will re-introduce the biko to more people and secures its place to future generations.
Pandan Biko with Latik Ingredients and cooking Procedure: |
Pandan Biko with Latik Recipe
Ingredients
For the Latik:
- 1 cup coconut cream for toppings (fresh or canned)
For the Rice:
- 1 ½ cups glutinous rice
- 1 ¾ cups water
- ½ tsp. salt
For the pandan-coconut syrup:
- 1 cup coconut milk (fresh or canned)
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ½ teaspoon calamansi zest (optional)
- 2-3 tsp. pandan extract if your pandan extract is clear add green food color
Instructions
First, we need to make our Latik:
- In a saucepan put the coconut cream (I’m using a canned coconut cream) and bring to boil on a medium heat until the coconut cream and the coconut oil separates. Turn the heat on low to keep the Latik from burning and keep on stirring until golden brown. Time varies when making a Latik, so keep an eye on it (about 40-45 minutes). Transfer to a plate and reserved coconut oil for brushing later on and let it cool completely.
Cook Biko:
- Wash and rinse glutinous rice at least twice and then combine glutinous rice, water and salt in a rice cooker or a saucepan with a lid. Cook glutinous rice over low heat until almost done, fire off and set aside.
- In a large sauce pan or a pot, combine coconut milk, sugar, calamansi or lemon zest and pandan extract. Bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat, stir and let it simmer for a few minutes until sugar are fully dissolved and becomes a thick syrup.
- Add cooked glutinous rice into the pot with a simmering thick pandan syrup and mix until the rice are well coated. Using your reserved coconut oil, grease a wilted banana leaf, a foil pan or a plate to prevent the glutinous rice from sticking.
- Spoon the pandan biko into your greased pan and flatten the sticky rice lightly, to smooth the top and let it cool. Sprinkle with a generous amount of Latik on top or coconut jam.
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Aduke Schulist says
Oh wow! I was not expecting a green dish. I bet it tastes good.
aziel morte says
This is the first time that I heard biko pandan and it absolutely sounds great! I would love to gi give it a try
Donna says
I have never heard of this before so I found your post fascinating! Looks great I'm going to try it!
Terri S says
I have never heard of this before. I would love to try it. I would think it would taste like a coconut rice pudding...
lora dencio says
ito yung hinahanap ko na Pandan biko... salama at may free recipe na pala...
Jenny says
I tried this and it taste awesomely great, I highly recommend this one.
Thank you Filipino Recipes Portal!
Tasha says
Oh wow! This really looks interesting! I've never heard of this dish before but I imagine it taste delicious!
Anosa says
This looks so delicious, would definitely ask my Filipina friend to cook this for me. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
Stacey Stegg says
This looks so interesting, I always want to try something new too.
Ed Joven says
I think you should it Stacey! Filipino desserts are delicious...
MishyV says
Oh it looks so yummy! I've never eaten meal like this but it looks quite healthy and tasty as well so I should try!
Ed Joven says
Yes MishyV, it is a Yummy Filipino Dessert. You should try it!
The Travel Ninjas says
This is a totally new dish to me. I love the vibrant color and it sounds yummy. I'll give this a try soon.
Marissa Zurfluh says
I have never heard of this dessert. Does it look like a jello? Interesting!
Ed Joven says
it looks like a Jello but its a Rice dish, Biko is a Filipino Dessert.
Claire says
Oh awesome, so glad i came across your post! I just got back from the Philippines and was thinking about re-creating some dishes in the country so this is super helpful, thanks!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
I am unfamiliar with the ingredients but I am assuming I can find some in Asian stores? The dessert looks delicious. I did not know you can make those crunchy things from coconut cream.
LaDonna Dennis says
Never tried it but this sounds good!
Emma says
I've never heard of Pandan. What exactly is it? Is it a fruit or something different?
Elizabeth O. says
It sounds like a lovely local dessert and it's definitely worth trying out! Thanks for the recipe, I've never had anything like this before.
Sarah-Louise Bailey says
That dessert looks good and so colorful. Is it the same thing with rice cake, my pleasure food and one of the best cake I have tasted?
Melanie Smith says
Thank you for sharing this recipe! It looks really yummy! Can't wait to try it.
Tara pittman says
This looks like a gelatin type dessert. Sounds very tasty.
Joely Smith says
Wow this is totally new to me! I love trying new to me foods from different cultures. I will say it LOOKS pretty 🙂
Deborah D says
This looks delicious. Hopefully, I can find all the ingredients at my local store to make thiis.
teresita s. smith says
you are good. I learned a lot from your page. God bless your heart.
Katie says
I want to give this a try for my mom since she loves this dessert.