~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP!
~₱60(estimated)4–6 servings30 minutes
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Ingredients
This Filipino recipe is built for budget meals—~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP! delivers the kind of ulam satisfaction you want, without the big spend.
For under ₱100 cooking, this ingredient list is designed to be practical: you’ll know exactly what goes in, how much to use, and what to prioritize so your ~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP! tastes great every time.
Use these ingredients as your quick prep checklist, then follow the steps for a smooth cook—perfect for everyday Filipino home kitchens and meal planning for 4–6 servings.
Shopping list
- 500grams rice flour
- 250grams white sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp instant dry yeast
- 1 tbsp. vanilla
- 3 cups water
- Water – as needed
- ½ cup rice flour
- 2 cups of water
Quick cost check
- 500grams rice flour~ ₱ 12
- 250grams white sugar~ ₱ 21
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder~ ₱ 2
- 1 ½ tsp instant dry yeast~ ₱ 5
- 1 tbsp. vanilla~ ₱ 8
- 3 cups water~ ₱ 0
- ½ cup rice flour~ ₱ 12
- 2 cups of water~ ₱ 0
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Steps
- 1First, prepare and measure all the ingredients you need.
- 2In a big bowl, mix the rice flour, sugar, baking powder, and yeast. Mix well.
- 3Pour the water and vanilla into the dry ingredients then mix until no lumps. Cover and set aside.
- 4Now make the water roux. Mix rice flour and water in a pan. Stir until there are no more lumps. 5. Then turn on the stove over medium heat. As soon as paste forms on the bottom, turn over low heat. 6. Stir constantly until a sticky paste is formed.
- 5Immediately add the roux to the rice flour batter you made earlier. Mix until there are no more lumps. You don't have to cool down the water roux. Don't worry, the yeast will be fine.
- 6Cover and let rest for 1.5 hours.
- 7Shortly before the 1.5 hour is over, prepare your steamer. Set the stove to medium heat.
- 8After 1.5 hours, stir the batter to remove bubbles. Don't overmix.
- 9Grease your molds with vegetable oil or a non-stick spray (do not use olive oil).
- 10Pour the batter into the molds. Arrange into a steamer. Leave some space for the rice dough to rise while steaming.
- 11For small molds, steam for about 10 minutes. For larger molds 18-20 minutes (the water must boil before steaming).
- 12Serve and enjoy the puto bigas
Notes
Total cost (estimated)
~₱60
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Serving size
4–6 servings
Tips
Cooking tips to help your ~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP! turn out flavorful, tender, and budget-meals friendly.
For tipid results, cook with the same budget angle (under ₱100) and adjust seasonings gradually.
Variations
Ingredient alternatives and smart swaps so you can still make ~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP! even when your pantry runs low.
- Make it extra filling by adding more gulay when available.
- Swap protein within budget: chicken ↔ pork ↔ tofu.
- Keep it budget-friendly with the same under-₱ style (under ₱100) for for 4-6 people.
Serving Suggestions
What to pair with ~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP! for a complete Filipino meal.
- Pair ~₱60 How to Make HOMEMADE Putong Bigas/Puti (Steamed Rice Cake) | FAVORITE PINOY KAKANIN! SARAP! with hot coffee or calamansi tea for a cozy budget meals snack.
- Serve warm and enjoy with a simple fruit plate for balance.
- If you want it more filling, add a small side portion (like rice or toast) depending on the meal time.
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