Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (optional)
Special Equipment Needed:
- Medium-sized saucepan
- Whisk
- Serving bowls
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue whisking until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Pour the mixture into serving bowls and let it cool to room temperature.
7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
8. Before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top (optional).
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for cooking
- Room temperature for serving
- Refrigerator temperature for chilling
Serving size:
- This recipe makes 4 servings.
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 320
- Total fat: 8g
- Saturated fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Total carbohydrates: 54g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 35g
- Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cornstarch can be substituted with rice flour or all-purpose flour.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk or coconut milk.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Pistachios can be substituted with almonds or walnuts.
Variations:
- Chocolate Muhallebi: Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder to the mixture before cooking.
- Rosewater Muhallebi: Replace the vanilla extract with 1 tsp of rosewater.
- Orange Muhallebi: Add 1 tsp of orange zest to the mixture before cooking.
Tips and Tricks:
- Whisk the mixture constantly to avoid lumps.
- Use a non-stick saucepan to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature before refrigerating to avoid condensation.
Storage Instructions:
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- Serve cold.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve in small glass bowls or cups.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios or cinnamon powder.
Garnishes:
- Chopped pistachios
- Cinnamon powder
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Turkish tea
- Coffee
- Fresh fruit
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Baklava
- Turkish delight
- Turkish coffee
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more milk.
- If the mixture is too thin, add more cornstarch.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients.
- Refrigerate the muhallebi immediately after cooking.
Food History:
- Muhallebi is a traditional Turkish dessert that dates back to the Ottoman Empire.
Flavor Profiles:
- Creamy
- Sweet
- Cinnamon-spiced
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a Turkish meal.
- Serve as a sweet snack with Turkish tea or coffee.
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Region: Turkish
Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Cinnamon, Nutty, Cinnamon-Flavored