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Delectable Malaysian Coconut Pandan Vegan Panna Cotta

A flavorful malaysian dessert perfect for vegan eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

πŸ•’ (Prep, Cook, Total): 10 min Prep, 20 min Cook, 4 hr Total
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Malaysian, Vegan

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1 can (400ml) full
  • fat coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp agar
  • agar powder
  • 1/2 cup coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup pandan juice (blend fresh pandan leaves to extract the juice)
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • Fresh berries and toasted coconut flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk and agar agar powder. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring occasionally to dissolve the agar agar. Add pandan juice, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and remove from heat. Let the mixture cool slightly before pouring it into serving glasses or ramekins. Refrigerate the panna cotta for at least 4 hours or until firmly set. To serve, garnish with fresh berries and toasted coconut flakes.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to a perfect panna cotta lies in the balance of flavors and textures. Ensure that you use full-fat coconut milk and agar-agar powder for optimal results.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the panna cotta according to your preference by adding more or less maple syrup.

Cultural or Historical Background

Pandan, often referred to as "the bamboo tree," is native to Southeast Asia and has been used in traditional Malaysian cooking for centuries.