Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.5 cup

raisins

soaked in rum

3 tbsp

Malibu rum

or other coconut-flavored rum

1.5 cup

nonfat milk

1.25 cup

canned unsweetened coconut milk

0.75 cup

whole milk

1 unit

cinnamon stick

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 unit

vanilla bean

halved lengthwise

1.25 cup

jasmine rice

rinsed

6 tbsp

sugar

0.25 cup

sugar

1 cup

chilled whipping cream

whipped

2.5 tsp

lime peel

grated

6 unit

passion fruits

halved, juice and seeds scooped

Step 1
~4 min

Combine raisins and rum in a small bowl and let stand at room temperature.

Step 2
~4 min

Combine nonfat milk, coconut milk, whole milk, cinnamon stick, salt, and vanilla bean (halved lengthwise) in a heavy medium saucepan.

Step 3
~4 min

Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean into the saucepan, and also add the bean itself.

Step 4
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove from heat and let steep uncovered for 1 hour. Strain the coconut broth.

Step 5
~4 min

Rinse the jasmine rice in a medium bowl of cold water. Drain and repeat 2 more times.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook 1 cup of the coconut broth and rice in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat until almost all liquid is absorbed, stirring constantly (about 3 minutes).

Step 7
~4 min

Add the remaining coconut broth and cook over low heat until rice is tender, stirring frequently (about 13 minutes).

Step 8
~4 min

Remove from heat and stir in 6 tablespoons of sugar until well combined.

Step 9
~4 min

Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and let cool.

Step 10
~4 min

Whip the chilled whipping cream in a medium bowl until it holds peaks.

Step 11
~4 min

Fold half of the whipped cream into the cooled rice.

Step 12
~4 min

Drain the rum-soaked raisins and stir them and the grated lime peel into the rice mixture.

Step 13
~4 min

Fold in the remaining whipped cream.

Step 14
~4 min

Divide the mixture among eight 3/4-cup ramekins or custard cups.

Step 15
~4 min

Preheat the broiler.

Step 16
~4 min

Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of sugar over each pudding.

Step 17
~4 min

Place the puddings on a rimmed baking sheet and broil until the sugar caramelizes, watching closely to prevent burning (about 3 minutes).

Step 18
~4 min

Spoon the passion fruit pulp (juice and seeds) over the puddings before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sugar to desired sweetness.

Use other fruits like mango or pineapple for variation.

Toast coconut flakes for garnish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (coconut and vanilla)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or chilled.

Top with fresh mint.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coconut cookies
Mango sorbet

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Rice puddings are common desserts in many cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Special occasions
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday
Special occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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