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Ginger Milk Pudding Recipe (3 Ingredients, 姜汁撞奶)

Chinese ginger milk pudding, also known as "姜汁撞奶" (jiāng zhī zhuàng nǎi) in Mandarin, is a very popular Chinese dessert that originated in southern China.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 186kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger juice
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  • Before you start, make sure you have the right tools for this recipe. A kitchen thermometer is essential for monitoring the temperature of the milk; a fine-mesh strainer ensures smooth ginger juice. Also, a ginger grater and vegetable peeler are necessary to extract the juice.
  • The ginger extraction process: To extract the ginger juice, peel off the ginger skin with a vegetable peeler. Grate fresh ginger using the finest grater. Then, using a sponge or a food processor, squeeze the grated ginger to release its juice. You can also strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove ginger particles, resulting in a smooth and silky texture. Ginger, a natural coagulant, is the secret behind the curdling process that gives the pudding its unique texture.
  • Preparing the milk mixture: Heat the milk to medium heat until it reaches the ideal temperature of around 75°C/167°F. This is the point at which the proteins in the milk denature, initiating the curdling process. Be cautious not to overheat, as it may lead to a grainy texture. Add the sugar to the warm milk, stirring until it completely dissolves.
  • Combining the ingredients: Slowly pour the heated milk into the ginger juice, stirring gently to facilitate curdling.
  • Setting the pudding: Let the mixture cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap for about 10-15 minutes until the ginger milk curd sets. Do not shake or move the bowl. Depending on personal preference, you can also serve this pudding warm.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 24.6g | Protein: 6.5g | Fat: 7.1g | Saturated Fat: 3.8g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 395mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 20.9g | Calcium: 231mg | Iron: 1mg
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