Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes
Special equipment needed:
- Medium-sized pot
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Ladle
- Serving bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, water, and salt. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. In a medium-sized pot, heat the coconut milk over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
3. Slowly pour the glutinous rice flour mixture into the pot while continuously stirring with a whisk. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens and turns translucent.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract together.
5. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the pot while continuously stirring the mixture. Keep stirring until the eggs are fully cooked and the mixture thickens.
6. Once the mixture is thick and creamy, turn off the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Divide the tong sui into serving bowls and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 280
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glutinous rice flour can be substituted with regular rice flour or cornstarch.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Coconut milk can be substituted with almond milk or soy milk.
- Vanilla extract can be substituted with pandan extract or almond extract.
Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or sweet potatoes for a more filling dessert.
- Add tapioca pearls for a chewy texture.
- Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a richer flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Keep stirring the mixture to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- Toast the coconut flakes in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown.
Storage instructions:
Refrigerate the leftover tong sui in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the tong sui in a pot over medium heat until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the tong sui in small bowls and garnish with additional toasted coconut flakes.
Garnishes:
Toasted coconut flakes
Pairings:
Serve the tong sui with Chinese almond cookies or sesame balls.
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water or coconut milk.
- If the mixture is too thin, add more glutinous rice flour.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the eggs thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Tong sui is a traditional Chinese dessert soup that is often served after a meal. It is believed to have originated in southern China and has been enjoyed for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, sweet, and coconutty.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the tong sui warm or chilled.
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Region: Chinese