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Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding

A sweet coconut soup made with tender cooked taro root, soft glutinous rice, and fragrant pandan. Served warm and topped with a creamy salted coconut sauce.

55 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

VietnameseDessertStovetopVeganVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb taro root, cubed
  • 1/2 cup glutinous rice, rinsed
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 pandan leaves, knotted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp tapioca starch

Instructions

  1. 1

    Steam 1 lb cubed taro root in a steamer basket over boiling water for 15 minutes until tender.

  2. 2

    In a medium pot, combine 4 cups water, 1/2 cup rinsed glutinous rice, and 2 knotted pandan leaves, then bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir 1 lb cubed taro root, half of the 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and half of the 1/2 tsp salt into the rice pot, simmering for 10 minutes until thick.

  4. 4

    In a small saucepan, whisk 1 can coconut milk, remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp tapioca starch over low heat until thickened.

  5. 5

    Ladle warm taro pudding into serving bowls and spoon the coconut sauce over top.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding?

As written, 55 minutes: 20 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (15 minutes): "Steam 1 lb cubed taro root in a steamer basket over boiling water for 15 minutes until tender."

Is there a substitute for pandan in Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding?

The entry for Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding calls for 2 pandan leaves, knotted. In its place: A little vanilla extract fills the same aromatic role, though the flavor is different.

How many calories are in Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 5 g protein, 68 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 220 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding keep?

Keep Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

Can I halve or double Taro and Sticky Rice Sweet Pudding?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the taro drops from 1 lb to 1/2 lb; doubled, it is 2 lbs. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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