Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of grape must
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of cornstarch
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of shredded coconut
Special equipment needed:
- Medium-sized pot
- Whisk
- Mixing bowl
- Serving dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium-sized pot, mix the grape must, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the cornstarch and coconut milk until smooth.
3. Once the grape must mixture has come to a boil, slowly add the cornstarch mixture while whisking continuously.
4. Reduce the heat to low and continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
5. Add the dark chocolate chips and shredded coconut to the pot and stir until the chocolate has melted and the coconut is evenly distributed.
6. Pour the mixture into a serving dish and let it cool to room temperature.
7. Once cooled, place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
8. Garnish with additional shredded coconut and serve chilled.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 62g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Grape must can be substituted with grape juice or pomegranate juice.
- Coconut milk can be substituted with almond milk or soy milk.
- Dark chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or white chocolate chips.
- Shredded coconut can be substituted with chopped nuts or dried fruit.
Variations:
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice flavor.
- Use different types of chocolate chips such as mint or caramel.
- Add fresh fruit such as berries or sliced bananas for a fruity twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Whisk continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Use a non-stick pot to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator to prevent condensation from forming.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Serve chilled.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in individual dessert cups or bowls.
Garnishes:
Additional shredded coconut or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the mixture is too thick, add more water or coconut milk to thin it out. If the mixture is too thin, add more cornstarch.
Food safety advice:
Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
Food history:
Moustalevria is a traditional Greek dessert made with grape must.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, rich, and creamy with a hint of coconut and chocolate.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert after a Greek-inspired meal.
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Taste: Sweet, Rich, Coconutty, Chocolatey