Dulce de Leche with a Chinese Twist

Ingredients

While the original Argentinian dulce de leche is made with milk and sugar, this Chinese-inspired version incorporates ginger and sesame to add a distinct flavor profile. The infusion of these ingredients gives the dulce de leche a subtle warmth and nuttiness, elevating it to a whole new level of deliciousness. We alse have the original recipe for Dulce de leche, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) whole milk 2 cups (470ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 8g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 40g (38g sugars)
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, grated ginger, and sesame seeds.
2. 2.
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
3. 3.
   Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and continue simmering for about 1 hour, or until the mixture thickens and turns a golden caramel color.
5. 5.
   Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. 6.
   Let the dulce de leche cool to room temperature before transferring it to a jar or container.
7. 7.
   Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ginger — Use fresh ginger for the best flavor. Grate it finely to ensure it blends well into the dulce de leche.
• Sesame seeds — Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant before adding them to the mixture. This will enhance their nutty flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a stronger ginger flavor, you can steep a few slices of fresh ginger in the milk before adding the sugar.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the dulce de leche through a fine-mesh sieve before transferring it to a jar.
• Serve the dulce de leche drizzled over ice cream, pancakes, or as a dip for fresh fruit.

Serving advice

Serve the Chinese-inspired dulce de leche warm or at room temperature. It pairs wonderfully with traditional Chinese desserts like tangyuan (glutinous rice balls) or as a topping for steamed buns.

Presentation advice

Drizzle the dulce de leche over the dessert in an artistic manner, creating elegant swirls. Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra touch of visual appeal.