Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 5 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 fresh figs, sliced
- 6 cloves
Special equipment needed:
- 6 ramekins
- Large baking dish
- Blender or food processor
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns into a syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In a blender or food processor, combine the milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
4. Add the cooled syrup to the blender and blend again until well combined.
5. Place a slice of fig and a clove in each ramekin.
6. Pour the mixture into the ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
7. Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill the dish with enough water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the rožata is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
9. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let cool to room temperature.
10. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
11. To serve, run a knife around the edge of each ramekin and invert onto a plate.
12. Garnish with additional fig slices and cloves, if desired.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Total time: 2 hours 55 minutes (including refrigeration time)
Temperature:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 290
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 6g
Sodium: 180mg
Sugar: 38g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of fresh figs, you can use dried figs or other fresh fruits such as berries or peaches.
- If you don't have cloves, you can omit them or use other spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
Variations:
- Instead of figs and cloves, you can use other flavorings such as lemon zest or orange zest.
- You can also add a tablespoon of rum or brandy to the mixture for a boozy twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to blend the mixture well to ensure a smooth texture.
- To prevent the rožata from cracking, be sure to let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
- If you don't have ramekins, you can use a large baking dish and cut the rožata into squares before serving.
Storage instructions:
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Rožata is best served cold, but you can let it come to room temperature before serving if desired.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the rožata on a decorative plate with additional fig slices and cloves for garnish.
Garnishes:
Additional fig slices and cloves.
Pairings:
Rožata pairs well with a glass of sweet dessert wine such as Moscato or Port.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a light salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rožata cracks, it may have been overcooked or cooled too quickly. Try reducing the cooking time or letting it cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
- If the rožata is too runny, it may not have been cooked long enough. Try increasing the cooking time by a few minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the rožata to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and discard after 3 days.
Food history:
Rožata is a traditional Croatian dessert similar to flan or crème caramel.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, sweet, with a hint of fig and clove.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a light dessert after a meal.
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Region: Croatian
Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Fruity, Caramelized