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Enchanting Mango Lassi Parfait

Discover this delightful and enchanting fusion of traditional Indian flavors in a vegan Mango Lassi Parfait dessert.

πŸ•’ Prep 20 min - Cook 15 min - Total 35 min
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Indian

Allergens

Nuts (almonds and pistachios)

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 ripe mangoes, pureed 2. 1 cup almond milk 3. 1/2 cup coconut cream 4. 2 tbsp agave nectar 5. 1 tsp cardamom powder 6. 1/2 tsp saffron threads 7. 1 cup soy yogurt 8. 1/4 cup almonds, chopped 9. 1/4 cup pistachios, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, warm the almond milk and coconut cream over low heat. Add cardamom powder and saffron threads, stirring until well combined. Remove from heat and let it steep for 10 minutes.
  2. Strain the infused milk mixture into a bowl, discarding the solids. Allow to cool.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the pureed mangoes, agave nectar, and soy yogurt until smooth.
  4. Pour the infused milk mixture into a separate bowl and whisk it until slightly thickened. It should have the consistency of a thin cream.
  5. Divide half of the mango puree between two glasses or parfait dishes. Then, pour the cardamom panna cotta cream over it. Repeat with the remaining mango puree and cardamom cream, finishing with a layer of cream on top.
  6. Sprinkle chopped almonds and pistachios on each dessert, creating a trail to the center.

Chef’s Insight

The secret lies in layering, allowing each ingredient to shine through in every bite.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and vegan-friendly.

Cultural or Historical Background

Mango Lassi and Panna Cotta are popular Indian beverages and desserts, respectively.