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Sweet Potato Bubur Sumsum Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 pandan leaf, tied in a knot

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add sweet potato and pandan leaf. Cook until the sweet potato is tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Remove the pandan leaf and mash the sweet potato with a fork or potato masher.
3. In a separate bowl, mix glutinous rice flour, sugar, and salt. Gradually add water while stirring until it forms a smooth batter.
4. Add the batter to the pot with the sweet potato. Stir constantly over medium heat until it thickens and becomes pudding-like, about 10-15 minutes.
5. Add coconut milk and stir until well combined. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 300mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Sweet potato: pumpkin or butternut squash
- Glutinous rice flour: regular rice flour or cornstarch
- Granulated sugar: brown sugar or coconut sugar
- Coconut milk: almond milk or soy milk
- Pandan leaf: vanilla extract or cinnamon

Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or jackfruit for extra sweetness and texture.
- Use different types of sweet potatoes for a colorful and flavorful twist.
- Top with toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts for added crunch.

Tips and tricks:
- Stir constantly to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar.
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water or coconut milk to thin it out.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warm.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls or cups.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Garnishes:
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Chopped nuts
- Cinnamon or nutmeg

Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- None

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too thin, add more glutinous rice flour.
- If the mixture is too thick, add more water or coconut milk.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sweet potato thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
- Bubur Sumsum is a traditional Indonesian dessert made from glutinous rice flour and coconut milk.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and creamy with a hint of pandan flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Savory, Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Spicy