Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup prunes, pitted and chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Special equipment needed:
- 6 ramekins
- Large baking dish
- Blender or whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
3. Add the prunes and ginger to the sugar syrup and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. In a blender or with a whisk, beat the eggs until frothy.
5. Add the milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the eggs and mix well.
6. Strain the cooled sugar syrup mixture into the egg mixture and stir to combine.
7. Divide the mixture evenly among the ramekins.
8. Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill the dish with enough water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set.
10. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let cool to room temperature.
11. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Total time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 280
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 11g
Sodium: 180mg
Sugar: 40g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Prunes can be substituted with dried apricots or raisins.
- Fresh ginger can be substituted with ground ginger.
Variations:
- Instead of prunes and ginger, try using orange zest and Grand Marnier liqueur.
- Add a tablespoon of espresso powder to the custard mixture for a coffee-flavored Rožata.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to strain the sugar syrup mixture to remove any bits of ginger or prune.
- To prevent the custard from curdling, bake it in a water bath.
- If the custard is not set after 50 minutes, continue baking until set.
Storage instructions:
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Serve chilled.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in the ramekins or unmold onto a plate and garnish with whipped cream and chopped prunes.
Garnishes:
Whipped cream and chopped prunes.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of sweet dessert wine, such as Muscat or Port.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with fresh fruit or a light salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the custard is not set after 50 minutes, continue baking until set.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the custard to an internal temperature of 160°F to kill any harmful bacteria.
Food history:
Rožata is a traditional Croatian dessert that is similar to crème caramel or flan.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, sweet, and slightly tangy from the prunes and ginger.
Serving suggestions:
Serve chilled in the ramekins or unmold onto a plate and garnish with whipped cream and chopped prunes.
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Region: Croatian