Biko Sinukmani Recipe

What is Biko Sinukmani ?

Biko or Biko Sinukmani is a traditional Filipino rice cake made from glutinous rice, coconut milk, and brown sugar. It is commonly served as a dessert or snack and is especially popular during festive occasions and celebrations.

Ingredients

• 3 c Sweet rice (sticky rice or malagkit)
• 3 c water
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk OR coconut milk from 1 medium sized coconut
• 1.5 c brown sugar

Steps

1. In a rice cooker, mix sweet rice and water. Steam cook. Set aside
2. In a big wok, mix coconut milk and sugar. Bring to boil on medium high heat. Stir continuously.
3. Reduce heat to medium once it starts to boil.
4. Boil for 15 minutes or until the amount is reduced by half and the consistency is thick or creamy.
5. Add boiled rice slowly. Mix thoroughly.
6. Reduce heat to medium low.
7. Continue stirring . The secret of Biko is in the constant stirring. Do it by scooping from the outside the mixture around the pan in one direction.
8. Biko is done when it doesn't spread too much when left without stirring.