| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 60 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 350 | 13g | 10g | 53g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 28g | 3g | 6g | 0.13g |
There are few dishes that speak to me as vibrantly as the Sweet Breadfruit Pudding. Fresh from the fertile soils of the Pacific Northwest, the breadfruit is a wondrous vegetable with an understated sweetness that is truly captivating. For someone like me, who enjoys straddling the fine line between my Japanese heritage and the bounty of America’s west coast, this particular dish functions as a sublime meeting point of flavor, tradition, and healthy indulgence.
The Unique Synthesis
Breadfruit, not unlike sushi rolls, is symbolic of islands and the sea. It reminds me of the vast expanses of the Pacific Ocean, the connective tissue between my two worlds. The Sweet Breadfruit Pudding, with its delightful infusion of coconut milk, evaporated milk, sugar and spices, is not merely a gustatory delight but also a testament to bilateral culinary influences. It’s a mishmash of the tropical sensuousness and the subtleness of Japanese cuisine, quite similar to various island desserts.
Pairing Suggestions
While the Sweet Breadfruit Pudding is an exquisite standalone dessert, it beautifully complements savory Japanese dishes like Yakitori or a classic Miso Soup. Alternatively, enjoy it after a light seafood platter for a truly transcendent experience.
Health Junction
Not just an explosion of tastes, Breadfruit Pudding is also a fantastic source of dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. It’s a lesser-known fact that breadfruit contains high amounts of potassium, which can help control heart rate and blood pressure. So, every spoonful of our delightful breadfruit pudding isn’t just a treat to your taste buds, but also an investment in good health.
Ultimately, while its ingredient list mirrors that of a conventional pudding, the brilliance of Sweet Breadfruit Pudding is its unconventional character. Each element brings its personality to the dish: the uniqueness of breadfruit, the tropical sweetness of coconut milk, the rich creaminess of evaporated milk, the subtle warmth of spices, and the beautiful counterpoint offered by the golden raisins. Together, they make for not just a delightful dessert, but a narrative of flavors and textures that I find myself returning to, time and time again.
What You’ll Need
- 2 large ripe breadfruits
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup of evaporated milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of golden raisins
- 1 teaspoon of grated lime zest
- Sweetened whipped cream for serving (optional)
Method
Step One
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with a small amount of butter and set aside.
Step Two
Peel the breadfruits and remove the core. Cut them into quarters and place in a large pot of boiling water. Boil until they are soft and tender, about 20-30 minutes. Drain and allow to cool.
Step Three
Once cool, mash the breadfruit in a large bowl until it has a smooth consistency.
Step Four
Add granulated sugar, coconut milk, evaporated milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon to the mashed breadfruit. Mix the ingredients together until they are well combined.
Step Five
Fold in the golden raisins and grated lime zest.
Step Six
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Step Seven
Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
Step Eight
Remove from the oven and allow the pudding to cool slightly.
Step Nine
Serve warm, topped with sweetened whipped cream if desired.
