Description
This Coconut and Mango Rice Pudding is a creamy, tropical dessert combining the rich flavors of coconut milk, sweet mango pulp, and fragrant orange peel. Perfectly cooked medium grain rice is simmered slowly to a tender finish, then sweetened with condensed milk and garnished with coconut shavings and fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch. Serve it warm or chilled for a delightful treat that embodies a luscious blend of fruity and creamy textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice Pudding Base
- 1 1/2 cups Coconut Milk
- 1/3 cup Cream of Coconut
- 1 cup Medium Grain White Rice
- 1 1/2 cups Water
- 1 package Mango Fruit Pulp (approximately 200g)
- Peel of 2 Oranges
Sweetening and Garnish
- 2/3 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Coconut Shavings, to taste
- Fresh Mint Leaves, as needed
Instructions
- Cook the rice. In a medium pot, combine 1 1/2 cups of water with 1 cup of medium grain white rice. Cook over medium heat until the water begins to evaporate, stirring to prevent sticking.
- Add flavorings and simmer. Reduce the heat to low, then stir in 1 package of mango fruit pulp, 1 1/2 cups of coconut milk, 1/3 cup of cream of coconut, and the peel of 2 oranges. Continue cooking for about 25 minutes, stirring constantly, until the rice is soft, creamy, and fully cooked.
- Sweeten the pudding. Remove the pot from heat and stir in 2/3 cup of sweetened condensed milk until well combined, enhancing the pudding’s sweetness and creaminess.
- Serve and garnish. Spoon the pudding into small cups or glasses. You can enjoy it warm or chilled. Finish by sprinkling coconut shavings on top and garnishing with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing accent.
Notes
- Use medium grain white rice for the ideal creamy texture; short grain can also work but may alter consistency.
- Orange peel adds a citrus aroma; ensure you use only the zest and avoid the bitter white pith.
- Chilling the pudding before serving allows the flavors to meld beautifully, but it is equally delicious served warm.
- Cream of coconut is thicker and sweeter than coconut milk—do not substitute with regular coconut milk alone to keep the dessert’s richness.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion/Tropical
Keywords: coconut rice pudding, mango dessert, tropical pudding, creamy rice pudding, mango rice dessert
