~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines
~₱190(estimated)8–12 piecesAbout 1 hour 30 minutes
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Steamed cassava–flour cakes with lihia, caramelized sugar syrup, creamy yema spread, and grated coconut — tipid meryenda na pang-negosyo o pamilya.
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Ingredients
This Filipino recipe is built for budget meals—~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines delivers the kind of ulam satisfaction you want, without the big spend.
For under ₱190 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 ~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines 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 8–12 pieces.
Shopping list
- Main ingredients
- Cassava flour – 2 cups
- All-purpose flour – 2 cups
- Water – 3 cups (make sure po wag sosobra sa tubig)
- Brown sugar – 2 1/2 cups (depende sa panlasa mo, puwedeng dagdagan)
- Lye water / lihia – 2 tsp
- Vanilla extract – 2 tsp
- Grated coconut – 1 cup
- Other ingredients
- Brown sugar – 1/4 cup (for dissolving)
- Water – 1/4 cup (for dissolving)
- Water for steaming – as needed
- Yema spread
- Condensed milk – 1/4 cup
- Egg yolk – 1 pc
- Nestlé Cream – 2 tbsp
- Butter – 1/8 cup
- Brown sugar – 1 tbsp
Quick cost check
- Cassava flour – 2 cups~ ₱ 24
- All-purpose flour – 2 cups~ ₱ 24
- Brown sugar – 2 1/2 cups (depende sa panlasa mo, puwedeng dagdagan)~ ₱ 39
- Lye water / lihia – 2 tsp~ ₱ 5
- Vanilla extract – 2 tsp~ ₱ 8
- Grated coconut – 1 cup~ ₱ 34
- Brown sugar – 1/4 cup (for dissolving)~ ₱ 6
- Condensed milk – 1/4 cup~ ₱ 12
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Steps
- 1In a cooking pan, put the **1/4 cup brown sugar** and stir until melted.
- 2Add the **1/4 cup water** and mix well.
- 3Set aside.
- 4In a mixing bowl, combine all the **dry ingredients**: cassava flour, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. Mix well.
- 5While mixing, add **water** gradually and continue mixing until all ingredients are completely distributed. (Make sure po wag sosobra sa tubig.)
- 6Add **lye water** and **vanilla extract**; continue mixing.
- 7Add the **dissolved sugar** and mix well. Set aside.
- 8Place the mixture into individual molds, arrange in a steamer, and steam **40 minutes to 1 hour**.
- 9After about 40 minutes, check if it is already cooked.
- 10Remove from the steamer and set aside.
- 11In a cooking pan, put **1 tbsp brown sugar** and stir until melted.
- 12Add the **1/8 cup butter** and mix.
- 13Add **1/4 cup condensed milk** and mix well.
- 14Add **egg yolk** and mix well.
- 15Add **2 tbsp Nestlé Cream** and mix until creamy.
- 16Set aside.
- 17Spread **yema** on the steamed cakes and top with **grated coconut**. Share and enjoy!
Notes
Total cost (estimated)
~₱190
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Serving size
8–12 pieces
Tips
Cooking tips to help your ~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines turn out flavorful, tender, and budget-meals friendly.
For tipid results, cook with the same budget angle (under ₱190) and adjust seasonings gradually.
Variations
Ingredient alternatives and smart swaps so you can still make ~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines 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 ₱190) for for 8-12 people.
Serving Suggestions
What to pair with ~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines for a complete Filipino meal.
- Pair ~₱190 The Best Yema Recipe in the Philippines 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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