Suman sa Ibos

Ingredients for Suman sa Ibos

• 4 cups glutinous rice, rinsed
• 1 1/4 tablespoons sea salt
• 2 1/4 cups coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• Buri leaves, formed into small cylindrical containers
• Ripe mangoes, for serving

How to cook Suman sa Ibos

1. 1.Soak the rinsed glutinous rice in the water until absorbed, then gently stir in coconut milk and sea salt; rest 10 minutes.
2. 2.Fill and securely seal buri leaf cylinders with the rice mixture.
3. 3.Arrange packets in a large pot, add about 1 quart water, and bring to a boil.
4. 4.Lower to low-medium heat and steam-boil for 60 minutes, until the rice is tender; cool slightly.
5. 5.Serve warm or at room temperature with ripe mangoes.