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Baked Gấc with Coconut Milk Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 medium-sized Gấc fruit, seeded and mashed
- 1 can of coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Oven

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed Gấc fruit, coconut milk, sugar, eggs, flour, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch baking dish.
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
5. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 235
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Gấc fruit can be substituted with pumpkin or sweet potato.
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour.

Variations:
- Add shredded coconut to the mixture for extra texture.
- Top with whipped cream or ice cream before serving.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to remove all the seeds from the Gấc fruit before mashing.
- Use a blender or food processor to mash the Gấc fruit for a smoother texture.
- To make it vegan, substitute the eggs with flax eggs and use a vegan-friendly sweetener.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual ramekins for a more elegant presentation.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Garnishes:
- Fresh fruit, such as berries or sliced mango.
- Chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans.

Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Fresh fruit salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the top is browning too quickly, cover with aluminum foil and continue baking until the center is set.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the dish until the center is set to avoid foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Gấc fruit is native to Southeast Asia and is known for its bright red color and high nutritional value.

Flavor profiles:
- The dish has a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of nuttiness from the coconut milk.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a sweet breakfast dish.

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Region: Vietnamese

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Savory, Fragrant