Turon with Langka is a delightful Filipino snack that features the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a tantalizing aroma of Langka, also known as Jackfruit.
It's a street food like Taho , Camote Cue, and Banana Cue. Perfect for a quick snack! You can serve these up to your friends and family on a hot summer day or a rainy afternoon. The great thing is you only need 3 ingredients!
You may also want to try other recipes like Lumpia, and Vegetarian Lumpia.
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What is Turon with Langka?
Turon is a popular street food in the Philippines. It's made with ripe bananas and Langka (Jackfruit). The ingredients are wrapped in spring roll wrappers and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. Then coated with caramelized sugar.
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Notes and Substitions
- Banana: this recipe uses Saba Banana, they are shorter and firm. This type of banana is typically used for this recipe. You can also use plantain.
- Jackfruit: highly recommended to use ripe jackfruit. You can buy them fresh, frozen or canned in syrup. If using fresh langka, peel the jackfruit and cut it into thin strips. If using canned langka, drain the syrup and pat the strips dry with paper towels.
- Wrapper: lumpia wrapper or spring roll wrappers work good. Do not use egg roll wrappers as they are thicker and less crispy when fried.
- Sugar: brown sugar or white granulated sugar works great. Please make sure not to burn them.
- Oil: any neutral oil like canola or vegetable for frying.
How to make it
Making this recipe is a easy and straightforward process. Follow these step-by-step instructions to create this mouthwatering Filipino dessert:
Step 1. Peel and cut bananas into halves.
Step 2. Cut jackfruits into strips.
Step 3. Set wrapper in diamond shape then place slice of banana and few strips of jackfruit.
Step 4. Fold the bottom of wrapper over banana and fold the sides in.
Step 5. Roll it up then dip your finger with water to seal the top corner.
Step 6. In over medium skillet, heat oil and fry Turon for about 3-5 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through. Drain excess oil on paper towel.
Step 7. Caramelized sugar over medium heat. Roll turon over caramelized sugar or drizzle over.
Ideas to go with your Turon with Langka
You can also pair them with a creamy ice cream to eat after a sweet crunchy bite of Turon. These contrasting textures and flavors go together really well, providing a crunchy banana blast and then a sweet creamy ice cream to clear your palate. And repeat!
Different types of Turon
There are several variations of this classic Filipino snacks that incorporate fillings, flavours and ingredients. Here are some of popular types of turon.
- Banana Turon: This is traditional and common type of turon. Made from banana (Saba) but without langka (jackfruit).
- Ube Turon: It features ube as the main filling.
- Mango Turon: The filling is made with mango. The tropical flavor pairs perfectly with the crispy wrapper.
Recipe FAQ'S
Yes! Ripe bananas are sweeter and softer texture, which enhances the over all texture.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked banana turon. After assembling, transfer them in an airtight container or freezer bag. When you're ready to eat, fry them directly from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time.
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Turon with Langka Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 pieces saba bananas cut into halves
- 7 pieces langka (jackfruit) cut into strips
- 16 pieces spring roll wrappers
- ½ cup brown sugar
- neutral oil for frying
Instructions
Prepare the filling
- Peel the ripe saba bananas and cut them into halves or quarters lengthwise, depending on their size. You can adjust the size to your preference.
- If using fresh langka, peel the jackfruit and cut it into thin strips. If using canned langka, drain the syrup and pat the strips dry with paper towels.
Assemble the turon
- Set wrapper in diamond shape in a plate or clean surface, then place slice of banana and few strips of jackfruit.
- Fold the bottom of wrapper over banana-jackfruit and then fold the sides inward to secure the filling.
- Continue rolling tightly until you reach the end of the wrapper. Then dip your finger with water to seal the top corner.
Fry Turon
- In over medium skillet, heat oil and fry Turon for about 3-5 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through. Drain excess oil on paper towel.
- Caramelized ½ sugar over medium heat. Roll turon over caramelized sugar. Top with a scoop of ice cream for an extra treat. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Banana: this recipe uses Saba Banana, they are shorter and firm. This type of banana is typically used for this recipe. You can also use plantain.
- Jackfruit: highly recommended to use ripe jackfruit. You can buy them fresh, frozen or canned in syrup. If using fresh langka, peel the jackfruit and cut it into thin strips. If using canned langka, drain the syrup and pat the strips dry with paper towels.
- Wrapper: lumpia wrapper or spring roll wrappers works good. Do not use egg roll wrappers as they are thicker and less crispy when fried.
- Sugar: brown sugar or white granulated sugar works great. Please make sure not to burn them.
- Oil: any neutral oil like canola or vegetable for frying.
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