Indian-inspired Spiced Pudding

Ingredients

• 2 cups (470ml) whole milk 2 cups (470ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
• 1/2 cup (100g) jaggery or brown sugar 1/2 cup (100g) jaggery or brown sugar
• 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Chopped nuts and dried fruits for garnish (optional) Chopped nuts and dried fruits for garnish (optional)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 25g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, combine the whole milk, coconut milk, jaggery or brown sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground nutmeg, and salt.
2. 2.
   Whisk the mixture until the ingredients are well combined and there are no lumps.
3. 3.
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
5. 5.
   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. 6.
   Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or a large serving dish.
7. 7.
   Allow the pudding to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
8. 8.
   Garnish with chopped nuts and dried fruits, if desired, before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Coconut milk — Shake the can of coconut milk well before using to ensure the creamy part is well mixed with the liquid.
• Jaggery or brown sugar — If using jaggery, grate it before adding it to the pudding mixture to ensure it dissolves evenly.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the whole milk with heavy cream.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the pudding mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before cooking.
• Experiment with different spices such as cloves or ginger for a personalized twist.
• Serve the pudding chilled for the best taste and texture.
• To add a crunchy element, sprinkle some toasted coconut flakes on top before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Indian-inspired spiced pudding chilled in individual bowls or a large serving dish. Garnish with chopped nuts and dried fruits for added texture and visual appeal.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, drizzle a swirl of caramel sauce on top of the pudding and sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon. Place a cinnamon stick as a decorative element on the side of each serving.