Singaporean Quark Delight

Ingredients

In this Singaporean adaptation of the German Quarkspeise, we infuse the quark with pandan leaves and coconut milk to add a local touch. The traditional German recipe is transformed into a tropical delight by incorporating a sweet and tangy mango compote as a topping, which complements the creamy quark perfectly. We alse have the original recipe for Westfälische Quarkspeise, so you can check it out.

• 500g (17.6 oz) quark 500g (17.6 oz) quark
• 200ml (6.8 fl oz) coconut milk 200ml (6.8 fl oz) coconut milk
• 4 pandan leaves 4 pandan leaves
• 100g (3.5 oz) sugar 100g (3.5 oz) sugar
• 2 ripe mangoes 2 ripe mangoes
• 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 25g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a saucepan, combine the quark, coconut milk, pandan leaves, and sugar. Heat over low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is well combined and slightly warmed.
2. 2.
   Remove the pandan leaves from the mixture and discard.
3. 3.
   Pour the quark mixture into serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
4. 4.
   Meanwhile, peel and dice the mangoes. In a separate saucepan, combine the diced mangoes, lime juice, and a tablespoon of sugar. Cook over low heat until the mangoes are soft and the mixture has thickened slightly.
5. 5.
   Remove the quark from the refrigerator and spoon the mango compote over the top.
6. 6.
   Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve chilled.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pandan leaves — If fresh pandan leaves are not available, you can use pandan extract or essence as a substitute. Use 1 teaspoon of pandan extract for every 4 pandan leaves.
• Quark — Quark is a creamy and tangy dairy product. If you can't find quark, you can substitute it with Greek yogurt or strained cottage cheese.

Tips & Tricks

• For a tropical twist, you can add a tablespoon of desiccated coconut to the quark mixture before chilling.
• If you prefer a sweeter dessert, you can add a bit more sugar to the quark mixture.
• Serve the Singaporean Quark Delight with a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.
• Feel free to experiment with different fruits for the compote, such as pineapple or passion fruit.
• To make it more indulgent, drizzle a bit of condensed milk over the top before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Singaporean Quark Delight chilled in individual bowls or glasses. It can be enjoyed as a refreshing dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat on its own.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish each serving with a sprig of fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes. The vibrant colors of the mango compote against the creamy quark create an appealing visual contrast.