Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of chopped bignay fruit
- 1 cup of diced pineapple
- 1 cup of sliced strawberries
- 1 cup of seedless grapes
- 1 cup of diced mango
- 1 cup of diced papaya
- 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Serving bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped bignay fruit, diced pineapple, sliced strawberries, seedless grapes, diced mango, and diced papaya.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream. Mix well using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
3. Pour the sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream mixture over the fruit mixture. Mix well until all the fruits are coated with the creamy mixture.
4. Add the chopped walnuts to the mixture and mix well.
5. Transfer the fruit salad to a serving bowl.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Refrigerate at 40°F or below.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 6-8 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Total fat: 20g
Saturated fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 90mg
Total carbohydrates: 38g
Dietary fiber: 3g
Sugars: 32g
Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute other fruits such as kiwi, blueberries, or raspberries for any of the fruits listed in the recipe.
- You can substitute chopped almonds or pecans for the chopped walnuts.
Variations:
- You can add shredded coconut to the fruit salad for a tropical twist.
- You can add mini marshmallows to the fruit salad for a sweeter taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to chop the bignay fruit into small pieces to make it easier to eat.
- You can adjust the amount of sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream to your desired sweetness and creaminess.
- You can also add a pinch of salt to the sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream mixture to balance out the sweetness.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover fruit salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- This fruit salad is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the fruit salad in a clear glass bowl to show off the colorful fruits and creamy mixture.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the fruit salad with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Pairings:
- This fruit salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve this fruit salad with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream mixture is too thick, you can add a splash of milk to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash all fruits thoroughly before using them in the recipe.
- Store the fruit salad in the refrigerator at 40°F or below to prevent the growth of bacteria.
Food history:
- Bignay fruit is a small, red fruit that is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly used in traditional medicine.
Flavor profiles:
- This fruit salad has a sweet and creamy flavor with a slight tartness from the bignay fruit.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve this fruit salad as a dessert or as a side dish for a summer barbecue.
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Region: Philippine
Taste: Sweet, Tangy, Tart, Refreshing