Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup kithul flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup kithul treacle
- 1/2 cup jaggery
- 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Pudding dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together kithul flour, coconut milk, water, kithul treacle, jaggery, cardamom powder, and salt until well combined.
2. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble.
3. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes a thick pudding consistency.
4. Remove from heat and pour the pudding into a pudding dish.
5. Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
6. Once set, remove the pudding from the refrigerator and serve chilled.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Kithul flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour or rice flour.
- Kithul treacle can be substituted with maple syrup or honey.
- Jaggery can be substituted with brown sugar.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or raisins to the pudding mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Top the pudding with whipped cream or fresh fruit before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Stir the pudding mixture constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- If the pudding becomes too thick, add a little more water or coconut milk to thin it out.
- Use a non-stick saucepan to prevent the pudding from sticking to the bottom.
Storage instructions:
- Store the pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the pudding, place it in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pudding in individual dessert dishes and garnish with a sprinkle of cardamom powder or chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts
- Fresh fruit
- Whipped cream
- Cardamom powder
Pairings:
- Serve the pudding with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pudding is too thin, continue to cook it over low heat until it thickens to the desired consistency.
- If the pudding is too thick, add a little more water or coconut milk to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pudding mixture thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Kithul flour is a traditional Sri Lankan ingredient made from the sap of the kithul tree.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Creamy
- Cardamom-spiced
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pudding as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet snack.
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Region: Sri Lankan