Southeast Asian Zoumero

Ingredients

In this Southeast Asian adaptation of Zoumero, we replace the traditional Greek flavors with Southeast Asian ingredients. Instead of using milk, we use coconut milk to infuse the pudding with a rich and creamy texture. The addition of pandan leaves gives the dessert a distinct Southeast Asian aroma. We also sweeten the pudding with palm sugar, which adds a unique caramel-like flavor to the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Zoumero, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (200g) jasmine rice 1 cup (200g) jasmine rice
• 2 cups (470ml) coconut milk 2 cups (470ml) coconut milk
• 1 cup (235ml) water 1 cup (235ml) water
• 1/2 cup (100g) palm sugar, grated 1/2 cup (100g) palm sugar, grated
• 4 pandan leaves, tied in a knot 4 pandan leaves, tied in a knot
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Toasted coconut flakes, for garnish Toasted coconut flakes, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 13g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 42g, 18g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. 2.
   In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, palm sugar, pandan leaves, and salt.
3. 3.
   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the palm sugar.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.
5. 5.
   Remove the pandan leaves and discard.
6. 6.
   Transfer the pudding to serving bowls or glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled.
7. 7.
   Before serving, garnish with toasted coconut flakes.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Coconut milk — Shake the can of coconut milk before using to ensure the cream and liquid are well combined.
• 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.

Tips & Tricks

• For a creamier texture, soak the rice in water for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less palm sugar according to your taste preference.
• To enhance the aroma, you can add a pandan leaf while simmering the pudding.

Serving advice

Serve the Southeast Asian Zoumero chilled for a refreshing dessert experience. It can be enjoyed on its own or topped with additional toasted coconut flakes for extra crunch and flavor.

Presentation advice

To make the dessert visually appealing, serve the Southeast Asian Zoumero in clear glass bowls or glasses. Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes on top for an elegant touch.