Tender Coconut Pudding

Often described as a “soft piece of heaven melting in your mouth,” tender coconut pudding delights with its delicate yet rich flavours that create a wonderful journey for your palate. This popular dessert is cherished across the state for its light texture and impressive nutritional benefits. Easy on the stomach and packed with healthful goodness, it’s a favourite treat for many. Here, we share a simple method to help you recreate this beloved dessert in the comfort of your own home.

Ingredients

• Tender Coconut Pulp - 2 cups
• Tender Coconut Water - 2 cups
• China grass - 10 gms
• Milkmaid - 1 tin
• Milk - 1 ½ cup
• Water - ½ glass
• Sugar - 4 tbsp
• Coconut (grated) - ½ cup
• Sliced Cherries - ¼ cup

Method of Preparation

Coarsely grind the tender coconut pulp along with the coconut water and set aside. In a separate pan, combine the milk and milkmaid with 2 tablespoons of sugar, bring it to a boil, and then keep it aside. Soak the china grass in half a glass of water for 15 minutes. Once soaked, dissolve the china grass completely by double boiling it in a bowl. While both the milk mixture and the dissolved china grass are still hot, blend them together thoroughly. Allow this mixture to cool down. Next, add the tender coconut pulp mixture to the cooled milk mixture and mix well. Set it aside for 20 minutes.

In a heated pan, sauté the grated coconut with 2 tablespoons of sugar over low heat until it turns golden brown. Use this to garnish the pudding along with cherries. Refrigerate the pudding for at least 3 hours to allow it to set properly. Now, indulge in the rich and refreshing taste of tender coconut pudding, a true delight from God’s Own Country.