Recipe
Singaporean Quark Delight
Creamy Delight: A Singaporean Twist on German Quarkspeise
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Indulge in the fusion of German and Singaporean flavors with this delightful recipe. Singaporean Quark Delight combines the creamy goodness of quark with a touch of local ingredients, creating a unique and mouthwatering dessert.
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Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
10 minutes
Total time
2 hours 25 minutes (including chilling time)
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Egg-free, Lactose-free (if using lactose-free quark)
Allergens
Milk
Not suitable for
Vegan, Dairy-free
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.
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500g (17.6 oz) quark 500g (17.6 oz) quark
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200ml (6.8 fl oz) coconut milk 200ml (6.8 fl oz) coconut milk
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4 pandan leaves 4 pandan leaves
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100g (3.5 oz) sugar 100g (3.5 oz) sugar
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2 ripe mangoes 2 ripe mangoes
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1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon lime juice
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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
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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.
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2.Remove the pandan leaves from the mixture and discard.
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3.Pour the quark mixture into serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
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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.
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5.Remove the quark from the refrigerator and spoon the mango compote over the top.
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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.
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