Filipino Turon
Filipino Turon is a sweet treat made from ripe bananas and sometimes jackfruit, wrapped in crispy spring roll wrappers.
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 pieces ripe saba bananas Plantains or regular bananas can be used in a pinch.
- 1 cup jackfruit strips Optional, but recommended for authentic flavor.
- ¾ cup brown sugar Consider adding more for caramel glaze.
- 12 pieces lumpia (spring roll) wrappers For wrapping the bananas.
- as needed none water For sealing the edges of the wrappers.
- as needed none oil Use a neutral oil like canola or vegetable for frying.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel the saba bananas and slice them lengthwise. Cut them in half for smaller rolls if desired.
- Lay out a wrapper, sprinkle brown sugar down the center, add a banana piece, and some jackfruit strips. Roll it up tightly and fold in the sides like an envelope, sealing the edge with water.
Cooking
- Heat about 1-2 inches of oil in a pan over medium heat until it’s sizzling.
- Gently lay the Turon rolls into the hot oil and immediately sprinkle some extra brown sugar into the oil to caramelize.
- Fry the rolls for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown.
- Remove the Turon from the oil using tongs and let them drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
Notes
For crispy Turon, do not overcrowd the pan and roll the wrappers tightly, but not too tight. For extra crispiness, add more sugar in the last minute of frying and allow them to cool slightly before serving.