Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pudding molds or ramekins
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
2. Sprinkle agar-agar powder over the mixture and whisk to combine.
3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it comes to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Pour the mixture into pudding molds or ramekins and let it cool to room temperature.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
8. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the molds or ramekins and invert onto a plate.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking, refrigerate to chill.
Serving size:
Makes 4 servings.
Nutritional information:
Per serving:
Calories: 190
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 150mg
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 24g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Agar-agar powder can be substituted with gelatin powder.
- Coconut milk can be substituted with any other plant-based milk.
Variations:
- Add chopped fruits like mango, pineapple, or strawberries to the pudding mixture before pouring into molds.
- Add a layer of fruit puree or jam at the bottom of the molds before pouring the pudding mixture.
- Add cocoa powder to the pudding mixture for a chocolate flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Whisk the mixture constantly while heating to prevent lumps.
- Use a non-stick saucepan to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom.
- Let the pudding cool to room temperature before refrigerating to prevent condensation on the surface.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
The pudding can be served cold or at room temperature. Do not reheat as it will melt the agar-agar and change the texture.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pudding in individual ramekins or molds. Top with toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts for added texture.
Garnishes:
Toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts, fresh fruit slices, or mint leaves.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
This pudding can be served as a dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pudding doesn't set, it may be due to not enough agar-agar powder or not simmering for long enough. Add more agar-agar powder or simmer for a few more minutes.
- If the pudding is too firm, reduce the amount of agar-agar powder used.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean utensils and cookware to prevent contamination. Store leftover pudding in the refrigerator and discard if it smells or tastes off.
Food history:
Agar-agar is a type of seaweed that has been used in Asian cuisine for centuries. It is commonly used as a vegetarian substitute for gelatin.
Flavor profiles:
This pudding has a creamy and sweet coconut flavor with a slightly chewy texture from the agar-agar.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this pudding as a light and refreshing dessert after a heavy meal.
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Region: Thai
Taste: Creamy, Coconutty, Sweet, Refreshing