Bangladeshi Peach Melba

Ingredients

In this Bangladeshi adaptation of Peach Melba, we incorporate traditional Bangladeshi flavors and ingredients to give the dish a unique twist. The addition of cardamom and cinnamon in the poaching syrup infuses the peaches with warm and aromatic flavors, reminiscent of traditional Bangladeshi desserts. The use of homemade yogurt instead of traditional French vanilla ice cream adds a creamy and tangy element to the dish, enhancing the overall flavor profile. We alse have the original recipe for Peach Melba, so you can check it out.

• 4 ripe peaches 4 ripe peaches
• 1 cup (200g) sugar 1 cup (200g) sugar
• 2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
• 4 cardamom pods 4 cardamom pods
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 cup (240g) homemade yogurt 1 cup (240g) homemade yogurt
• 1 cup (125g) raspberries 1 cup (125g) raspberries
• 2 tablespoons (30g) honey 2 tablespoons (30g) honey
• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 1g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 42g, 40g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.01g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the syrup with the flavors.
2. 2.
   Peel the peaches and cut them in half, removing the pits.
3. 3.
   Gently place the peach halves into the simmering syrup and poach for 5-7 minutes, or until the peaches are tender.
4. 4.
   Remove the peaches from the syrup and let them cool.
5. 5.
   In a blender, puree the raspberries and honey until smooth. Strain the mixture to remove any seeds.
6. 6.
   To serve, place a dollop of homemade yogurt on a plate. Top with a poached peach half and drizzle with the raspberry sauce. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Peaches — Choose ripe and fragrant peaches for the best flavor. If peaches are not in season, you can use canned peaches in natural juice as a substitute.
• Homemade yogurt — To make homemade yogurt, heat milk until warm, then add a tablespoon of yogurt as a starter culture. Let it sit in a warm place for 6-8 hours until thickened.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of spice, add a pinch of ground cardamom and cinnamon to the raspberry sauce.
• Serve the Bangladeshi Peach Melba chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
• If you prefer a sweeter dessert, you can add a little extra honey to the raspberry sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the Bangladeshi Peach Melba as a delightful dessert after a traditional Bangladeshi meal. It can also be enjoyed as a standalone treat during hot summer days.

Presentation advice

Arrange the poached peach halves on a plate with the yogurt and raspberry sauce elegantly drizzled over them. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.