Indulge in a vibrant, uniquely Filipino twist on the classic turon with this Ube Turon Halaya with Langka! Crispy golden wrappers hug a luscious filling of sweet purple yam (ube halaya) and fragrant jackfruit (langka), creating a snack that’s equally stunning and delicious. Perfect for merienda, dessert, or even a festive party treat!
✨ Eye-catching purple – Natural ube makes it Insta-worthy!
✨ Texture heaven – Crispy shell + creamy ube + chewy langka.
✨ Street food upgrade – A gourmet version of the classic banana turon.
🍦 With vanilla ice cream – Hot/cold contrast is divine!
☕ Pair with coffee or tsokolate – Classic Filipino style.
🎉 As a party finger food – Stands out on any dessert table.
Fun Fact: Turon got its name from the Spanish "torreón" (tower), referring to its elongated shape—but this ube version is truly fit for royalty! 👑💜
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Cooking Video Guide link: Ube Turon Halaya with Langka
Turon is thought to have started in villages in the Philippines among banana trees and agriculture fields. Originally, banana turon was prepared with thinly sliced bananas (saba or cardaba bananas) and a slice of jackfruit, which were dusted with brown sugar and served as fillings before being wrapped in a spring roll wrapper (Lumpia wrapper) and deep-fried until almost completely golden brown. In this recipe we use ube and langka as fillings, which make it unique yet so tasty. This is a great snack for everyday or having a crave for sweet desserts.
Peel and cut purple yam (raw ube halaya) and cook until tender.
Mash and add condensed milk. Continue mixing until consistency is reached.
Prepare a piece of lumpia wrapper, add the ube mixture and a piece of sliced langka on top.
Gently roll the wrapper, fold both edges, then bring them to the center and seal them.
Prepare enough cooking oil for deep-frying. Fry the lumpia until it turns golden brown.
Use a table napkin or paper towel to drain excess oil and then serve. Happy eating!
Servings 5
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Deep-fry and flip occasionally to evenly cook until almost completely golden brown.