High Protein Binignit

Elevate your traditional Filipino merienda with this High Protein Binignit—a nourishing twist on the beloved coconut-based dessert. Packed with hearty sweet potatoes, vibrant purple yam, creamy taro, and ripe jackfruit, this recipe stands out with the addition of nutrient-dense ingredients like cooked black beans, mung beans, and plant-based protein powder. Simmered in a fragrant blend of coconut milk, pandan leaves, and a touch of palm sugar, this comforting dish perfectly balances creamy sweetness and satisfying texture, thanks to chewy sago pearls and tender banana slices. Perfect as a post-workout snack or a protein-rich treat, this modern take on binignit combines tradition with health-conscious innovation. Serve it warm for a cozy dessert or chilled for a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 500 ml Water
• 200 g Sweet potatoes, cubed
• 200 g Purple yam (ube), cubed
• 200 g Taro root, cubed
• 150 g Ripe jackfruit, sliced
• 100 g Sago pearls
• 200 g Cooked black beans (or any preferred high-protein legume)
• 100 g Cooked mung beans
• 50 g Plant-based protein powder
• 100 g Palm sugar or brown sugar
• 2 pieces Bananas (saba or plantains), sliced
• 2 leaves Pandan leaves, tied in knots

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients by washing, peeling, and cutting the root crops into uniform cubes.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine coconut milk and water. Add the pandan leaves and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, add the sweet potatoes, purple yam, and taro. Cook for about 10 minutes or until the root crops start to soften slightly.

Step 4

Add the sago pearls and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the sago from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the sliced jackfruit, cooked black beans, cooked mung beans, and sliced bananas. Let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 6

Slowly incorporate the plant-based protein powder, stirring constantly to ensure it dissolves evenly.

Step 7

Add the palm sugar or brown sugar, adjusting the sweetness according to preference. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes or until all the ingredients are tender.

Step 8

Remove the pandan leaves before serving.

Step 9

Divide the Binignit into bowls and serve warm or chilled as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2527.2 grams (2527.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2514

Total Fat 9.50g	12%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 618mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 548.30g	199%
Dietary Fiber 57.50g	205%
Total Sugars 206.90g
Protein 71.80g	144%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 419mg	32%
Iron 22mg	124%
Potassium 6050mg	129%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 85.5%