Buko Pandan Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, combine the pandan leaves, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes to extract the pandan flavor.
• STEP 2.Remove the pandan leaves and add the agar-agar powder to the pandan-infused water. Stir until the agar-agar powder is completely dissolved.
• STEP 3.Add the coconut milk and condensed milk to the saucepan and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat.
• STEP 4.Pour the mixture into a rectangular mold and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
• STEP 5.Once the gelatin is set, cut it into cubes and combine with the young coconut strips in a serving bowl.
• STEP 6.Serve chilled and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use fresh pandan leaves for the best flavor.
• If fresh pandan leaves are not available, you can use pandan extract instead.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the dessert by adding more or less condensed milk according to your preference.
• For added texture, you can also add tapioca pearls or nata de coco to the dessert.

Storage and Serving

• Buko Pandan can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve it chilled as a refreshing dessert or as a topping for halo-halo or ice cream.
• Garnish with additional coconut strips or grated cheese for extra flavor.