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| Type | |
| Course | Dessert or Snack |
| Place of origin | Philippines |
| Region or state | Luzon |
| Associated national cuisine | |
| Created by | |
| Invented | |
| Cooking time | minutes to minutes |
| Serving temperature | Room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Glutinous rice |
| Ingredients generally used | |
| Variations | |
| Food energy | 100<ref>
Chua, Philip S., Calories in Filipino Foods Full text, , Cebu Daily News, December 22, 2008, Accessed on: January 28, 2009. </ref> kcal |
| Nutritional value | Protein: g, Fat: g, Carbohydrate: g |
| Glycemic index | |
| Similar dishes | |
| Other information | |
| Website | [ Official website] |
Sapin-sapin is a traditional Filipino dessert made from glutinous rice and coconut milk. It is a type of kakanin or rice cake that is usually served during special occasions and festivities. The name "sapin-sapin" translates to "layers" in English, which refers to the dessert's distinct multi-layered appearance. Each layer is colored differently and represents a specific flavor.
Ingredients[edit]
The main ingredients of sapin-sapin are glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar. Other ingredients include condensed milk, ube (purple yam), and langka (jackfruit). The dessert is usually topped with latik, a residue of coconut milk cooked until it turns into golden brown curds.
Preparation[edit]
The process of making sapin-sapin involves several steps. First, the glutinous rice is soaked in water overnight. The next day, it is ground into a paste and mixed with the coconut milk and sugar. This mixture is then divided into three parts. One part is colored with ube extract to create a purple layer, another part is mixed with langka extract for a yellow layer, and the last part is left white. Each layer is steamed separately before being stacked on top of each other. The dessert is then topped with latik and served in slices.
Cultural Significance[edit]
Sapin-sapin is a popular dessert in the Philippines and is often served during special occasions such as Christmas, New Year's Day, and fiestas. It is also commonly sold in local markets and by street vendors. The dessert's colorful layers are said to represent the diversity and richness of Filipino culture.
Variations[edit]
There are several variations of sapin-sapin across the Philippines. Some versions use different flavors and colors for the layers, while others add additional ingredients such as corn, cheese, and leche flan. Despite these variations, the basic preparation method and the use of glutinous rice and coconut milk remain the same.
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