Banana Lumpia (Turon)
A beloved Filipino street food snack you can easily make at home! This recipe guides you through creating irresistibly crispy rolls filled with sweet, gooey banana. That first crunchy bite is pure magic!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 lumpia 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 bananas (Saba or ripe plantains are best)
- 16 (approx.) lumpia or spring roll wrappers
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- Neutral oil, for frying (canola, vegetable, etc.)
- For Sealing Paste:
- 1 tsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp water
- Optional:
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep Bananas: Slice the bananas in half lengthwise. On a plate, mix the brown sugar and optional cinnamon. Roll each banana piece in the sugar mixture until it’s evenly coated.
- Make Sealant: In a small bowl, whisk the flour and water together to create a smooth, thin paste. This will be your “glue.”
- Wrap the Lumpia: Lay a wrapper on your counter in a diamond shape. Place a sugar-coated banana piece near the bottom corner. Fold the corner up and over the banana, tucking it in. Fold in the left and right sides like an envelope. Continue rolling tightly, then brush the flour paste on the final top corner to seal it shut. Repeat for all banana pieces.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat 1.5 to 2 inches of oil in a deep pot over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place 3-4 lumpia in the hot oil. Important: Do not overcrowd the pan! Fry for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy all over.
- Drain and Cool: Using tongs, transfer the cooked lumpia to a wire rack. This allows air to circulate, keeping them perfectly crisp.
Notes
- Serving: Turon is best enjoyed immediately while still warm and crunchy. To make it extra special, serve it with a scoop of vanilla or ube (purple yam) ice cream.
- Pro Tip: While you work, keep the stack of unused lumpia wrappers covered with a slightly damp paper towel. This prevents them from drying out and cracking.
- Storage: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day.
- Reheating: To revive that crunch, reheat them in an air fryer or toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes. Please avoid the microwave, as it will make them soggy.
- Make-Ahead: You can assemble the lumpia ahead of time! Place the uncooked rolls on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, and then transfer to a freezer bag. They can be fried directly from frozen—just add a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time.
Find it online: https://recipesh.com/banana-lumpia/