Moustalevria - Grape Must Pudding

Recipe

Moustalevria - Grape Must Pudding

Divine Delight: Moustalevria - A Sweet Symphony of Grape Must

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Indulge in the rich flavors of Greek cuisine with Moustalevria, a traditional grape must pudding. This delightful dessert showcases the essence of Greek culture and is a perfect blend of sweetness and earthiness.

Jan Dec
Dessert› Pudding› Moustalevria
European cuisine› Mediterranean cuisine› Balkan cuisine› Greek cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

15 minutes

Total time

30 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Vegan (if honey is used instead of sugar), Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free

Allergens

N/A

Not suitable for

Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, High-protein, Low-fat

Ingredients

Nutrition

  • Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
  • Fat (total, saturated): 0g, 0g
  • Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 63g, 50g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Salt: 0g

Preparation

  1. 1.
    In a saucepan, combine the grape must, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, and orange zest. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  2. 2.
    In a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of water to create a slurry.
  3. 3.
    Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming.
  4. 4.
    Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
  5. 5.
    Remove the cinnamon stick and cloves from the mixture and discard.
  6. 6.
    Pour the Moustalevria into individual serving bowls or a large serving dish.
  7. 7.
    Allow it to cool at room temperature for a while, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  8. 8.
    Serve chilled, garnished with crushed walnuts or almonds.

Treat your ingredients with care...

  • Grape must — Ensure you use high-quality grape must to achieve the authentic flavor of Moustalevria.
  • Cornstarch — Dissolve the cornstarch in water separately to avoid lumps in the pudding.

Tips & Tricks

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the water with grape juice.
  • Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less sugar.
  • Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or cardamom to personalize the flavor profile.
  • Toast the crushed walnuts or almonds before garnishing for an extra nutty aroma.
  • Serve Moustalevria with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a delightful contrast of flavors.

Serving advice

Serve Moustalevria chilled in individual bowls or a large dish. Sprinkle some crushed walnuts or almonds on top for added texture and visual appeal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, drizzle a swirl of honey on top of the Moustalevria just before serving. You can also sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon for an extra touch of elegance.

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