Viet-Southern Summer Delight
Active Cooking
10 mins
Passive Cooking
120 mins
Preparation
15 mins
Calories
280 Kcal
Serves
4
Description
This Viet-Southern Summer Delight is a harmonious blend of Vietnamese and Southern culinary traditions, incorporating the freshness of mango and the rich flavors of pandan leaves with the comforting sweetness of condensed milk. The use of pandan leaves in Vietnamese cuisine dates back centuries, believed to bring good luck and fortune. The addition of flavors from Southern cuisine, such as cornmeal and whipped cream, creates a delightful dessert that satisfies both curiosity and appetite.
Ingredients
Coconut Milk: 1 cup. (Alternative: Almond milk)
Condensed Milk: 1/2 cup. (Alternative: Coconut sugar)
Vietnamese Coffee: 1/4 cup. (Alternative: Espresso)
Fresh Mango: 1 cup, chopped. (Alternative: Peaches)
Pandan Leaves: 2 leaves. (Alternative: Vanilla extract)
Cornmeal: 1/2 cup. (Alternative: Almond flour)
Lime Juice: 2 tbsp. (Alternative: Lemon juice)
Whipped Cream: 1/2 cup. (Alternative: Coconut cream)
Instructions
Step 1: In a saucepan, mix coconut milk, condensed milk, and pandan leaves. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Remove pandan leaves, add cornmeal, and stir until thickened.
Step 3: Pour mixture into molds and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, mix Vietnamese coffee, lime juice, and chopped mango.
Step 5: Top the set coconut pudding with the mango mixture and whipped cream.
Step 6: Serve chilled and enjoy the unique fusion flavors!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 280 Kcal
Total Fat: 12 g
Total Carbohydrates: 40 g
Total Protein: 4 g
Total Sugar: 24 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sodium: 40 mg
Vitamin C: 30 mg
Calcium: 80 mg
Iron: 2 mg
Potassium: 260 mg
FAQs
Can I use canned mango instead of fresh?
Yes, canned mango can be used as a convenient alternative.
Is it necessary to refrigerate the pudding for 2 hours?
Chilling helps the pudding set and enhances the flavors, but you can serve it sooner if preferred.
Can I use pandan extract instead of pandan leaves?
Yes, pandan extract can be used, but the leaves provide a more authentic flavor.
Can I make this dessert vegan?
Yes, you can substitute dairy-free alternatives for the dairy products used.
How long can the Viet-Southern Summer Delight be stored in the refrigerator?
It can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container.