Nilupak
Nilupak made of mashed cassava, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. This classic Filipino delicacy is creamy, tasty, and perfect for a snack or dessert.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 40 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 pounds cassava, peeled and cut into short lengths
- 1 tablespoon salt
- water
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup butter (and more for serving), softened
- 1 cup American processed cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
Brush sides and bottom of a baking dish with softened butter or margarine and set aside.
- 2
In a pot over medium heat, combine cassava, salt, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, for about 15 to 20 minutes or until very tender. Drain from liquid and allow to cool.
- 3
Remove the tough, stringy core and discard. With a mortar and pestle or using a potato masher, mash boiled cassava until free of lumps.
- 4
In a bowl, combine mashed cassava (about 4 cups), condensed milk, and butter. Gently stir until smooth and creamy.
- 5
Transfer mixture into the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to evenly spread. Run the tines of a fork on the surface to make decorative lines, if desired.
- 6
Spread softened butter on top, if desired. Sprinkle top with shredded cheese and cut into servings.