Low Sodium Binignit

Experience the comforting warmth of **Low Sodium Binignit**, a beloved Filipino dessert perfect for health-conscious food lovers seeking a deliciously wholesome twist! This recipe features a medley of vibrant ingredients, including sweet potatoes, taro root, purple yam, ripe saba bananas, and tropical jackfruit, all simmered in a creamy coconut milk base infused with fragrant pandan leaves. To keep it light on sodium yet rich in flavor, natural sweetness from brown sugar complements the fresh produce, while chewy tapioca pearls and delightful glutinous rice balls add texture to each spoonful. Ready in just one hour, this low sodium take on the classic binignit is ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your health. Enjoy it warm for a cozy treat or chilled as a refreshing dessert—either way, it’s a bowl of pure comfort!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
• 1 medium-sized taro root
• 3 ripe saba bananas
• 1 medium-sized purple yam
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 500 ml water
• 100 g glutinous rice flour
• 80 g brown sugar
• 2 pandan leaves
• 150 g jackfruit
• 50 g tapioca pearls

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, taro, and purple yam into even-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel the saba bananas and slice them into thin rounds. Set all the peeled and sliced ingredients aside.

Step 3

In a large pot, combine coconut milk and water, then add the pandan leaves. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 4

While the liquid is heating, prepare the glutinous rice balls by mixing the glutinous rice flour with a small amount of water until a dough forms. Pinch off small pieces and roll them into balls, about 1 cm in diameter.

Step 5

When the coconut milk mixture is simmering, remove the pandan leaves and discard. Add cubed sweet potatoes, taro, and yam to the pot. Let them cook for about 10 minutes, or until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Stir in the brown sugar until it is fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness based on personal preference.

Step 7

Add the sliced saba bananas, jackfruit, and tapioca pearls. Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Carefully add the glutinous rice balls to the pot. Allow the binignit to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, until all the ingredients are cooked through and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 9

Taste and ensure you are satisfied with the sweetness and consistency. Serve hot or chilled, as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2163.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2116.0

Total Fat 4.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 280.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 511.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g	0%
Total Sugars 190.7g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.8mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 4864.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.8%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 94.3%