Budbud Kabog Recipe

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 16

Delicious Budbud Kabog Recipe for Breakfast or Snack time

by The Chefin Breakfast/Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

300

Sugar

30g

Fat

10g

Budbud Kabog is a traditional Filipino snack or breakfast food that is made from glutinous millet flour and sweetened coconut. It is often served wrapped in banana leaves, giving it a unique flavor and texture. This steamed cake is sweet, sticky, and chewy. It is perfect for those with a sweet tooth who are looking for a gluten-free snack or breakfast option.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, combine grated coconut and warm water.
2.	Mix thoroughly, then squeeze and extract the coconut milk.
3.	Wash millet in cold water. Fill a bowl with cold water and add millet seeds. Swirl and drain water. Repeat this step about 3-4 times.
4.	Place millet and 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Cook uncovered over medium-high heat until millet is cooked.
5.	Add sugar and salt. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
6.	Spread banana leaf lengthwise on a flat surface. Put millet mixture on the banana leaf and fold both sides until the filling is covered.
7.	Steam wrap millet for about an hour.
8.	Ready to serve!

PROS

Budbud Kabog is a soft and chewy steamed cake made from millet.
This recipe is easy to follow and has a sweet taste that can be enjoyed for breakfast or snack time.

Millet is rich in nutrients and also gluten-free, making this food a great option for people with gluten sensitivities.

CONS

Budbud Kabog is high in sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Wrapping in banana leaves is traditional but can be time-consuming for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Millet is a nutrient-rich grain that provides many health benefits. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber, protein, and essential minerals.
Millet is also gluten-free, which makes it an excellent option for individuals with gluten sensitivities. The coconut milk in this recipe is a great source of healthy fats, vitamins C and E, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and iron.

	3 mature fresh coconut , grated
	warm water , for extracting
	water , for washing millet and for steaming
	2 cups millet
	banana leaf , for wrapping
	3/4 cup sugar
	2 teaspoons salt