Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of gofio flour
- 4 cups of whole milk
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 3 egg yolks
Special equipment needed:
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Mixing bowl
- Serving dishes
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the gofio flour, milk, sugar, cinnamon stick, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until light and frothy.
4. Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
5. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly.
6. Cook the pudding over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10-15 minutes.
7. Remove the cinnamon stick and discard.
8. Pour the pudding into serving dishes and let it cool to room temperature.
9. Cover the dishes with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
5. Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
This recipe makes 4 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 374
Fat per serving: 11g
Carbohydrates per serving: 59g
Protein per serving: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Gofio flour can be substituted with cornmeal or wheat flour.
- Whole milk can be substituted with almond milk or coconut milk.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Cinnamon stick can be substituted with ground cinnamon.
Variations:
- Add raisins or chopped nuts to the pudding before refrigerating.
- Top the pudding with whipped cream or fresh fruit before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Whisk the pudding constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Use a non-stick saucepan to prevent the pudding from sticking to the bottom.
- Let the pudding cool to room temperature before refrigerating to prevent condensation from forming on the plastic wrap.
Storage instructions:
Store the pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pudding in the microwave or on the stovetop until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pudding in individual ramekins or bowls.
Garnishes:
Top the pudding with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Serve the pudding with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
This pudding can be served as a dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pudding is too thick, add more milk to thin it out.
- If the pudding is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
Refrigerate the pudding promptly after cooking and discard any leftovers that have been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food history:
Gofio is a traditional flour made from roasted grains, such as wheat or corn, that is commonly used in the Canary Islands. Gofio con leche pudding is a popular dessert in the region.
Flavor profiles:
This pudding has a creamy and slightly nutty flavor from the gofio flour.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pudding chilled or at room temperature.
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Region: Canary Islands