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Pinakro

Pinakro is a simple saba banana dessert simmered in sweetened coconut milk and cream.

30 minutes · Serves 8

Ingredients for Pinakro

  • 1 kg saba bananas, peeled
  • 4 cups coconut milk
  • 2 cups coconut cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar

How to cook Pinakro

  1. 1.Slice each saba banana lengthwise into four pieces.
  2. 2.Combine coconut milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt in a pot. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat and cook 10 minutes.
  3. 3.Raise heat to high, add coconut cream and remaining sugar, and cook 5 to 8 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. 4.Serve the bananas warm with the coconut sauce.
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