PUDDING MY OTHER Dessert recipes to rest with this Coconut Black Rice Pudding

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Black Rice (Rinse 2-3 times to remove excess starch; can substitute short‑grain rice for a less dramatic color)
• 2 cup Water (Tap water)
• 1.5 cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk (Shake can before opening; use canned full‑fat for richness)
• 3 tablespoon Cane Sugar (Granulated; can adjust to taste)
• 1 pinch Salt (Fine sea salt)
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla extract)
• 0.5 cup Taro (Peeled and cut into small cubes; about half a cup of cubed taro)
• 1 medium Ripe Mango (Peeled and diced for topping)

Instructions

1. Rinse the Black Rice

   Place the black rice in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water, stirring with your hand. Drain and repeat 2‑3 times until the water runs clear.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prep the Taro

   Trim the ends off the taro, peel with a vegetable peeler or knife, then cut into small ½‑inch cubes. Measure out about ½ cup of cubed taro.

   Time: PT5M

3. Dice the Mango

   Peel the ripe mango, cut the flesh away from the pit, and dice into bite‑size pieces for topping.

   Time: PT5M

4. Combine Rice, Liquids, and Flavorings

   In the saucepan, combine the rinsed black rice, water, coconut milk, cane sugar, pinch of salt, and vanilla extract. Stir to dissolve the sugar.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

5. Simmer the Pudding with Taro

   When the mixture reaches a boil, add the cubed taro. Reduce the heat to medium‑low and let it simmer, stirring gently every 10 minutes. Continue for 1 to 1½ hours, or until the rice is tender, the pudding has thickened, and the taro has melted into the mixture.

   Time: PT1H15M

   Temperature: medium‑low heat

6. Adjust Sweetness and Consistency

   Taste the pudding; add a little more cane sugar if needed. If you prefer a looser texture, stir in a tablespoon of water or extra coconut milk.

   Time: PT2M

7. Cool (Optional)

   If serving cold, stir in a handful of ice cubes to bring the temperature down quickly, then remove the ice.

   Time: PT2M

8. Plate and Garnish

   Divide the warm (or chilled) pudding into two serving bowls. Top generously with the diced mango and any additional fruit you like.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

80 g

Fat

25 g

Fiber

5 g