Ethiopian Custard Dessert
A sweet and creamy Ethiopian dessert made with custard and enticing spices.
Ingredients
- β2 teaspoons Enticing spice blend
- β4 Large egg yolks
- β1 cup Granulated sugar
- β6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- β2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- β2 cups Whole milk
- β2 tablespoons Tomato pureeoptional for flavor
- β1/4 teaspoon Salt
- β2 teaspoons Custard powder
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt.
- 3
Gradually add in milk, whisking continuously.
- 4
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in softened butter, custard powder, and enticing spice blend.
- 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks.
- 7
Temper the egg yolks by slowly pouring the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking continuously.
- 8
Pour the mixture into 6-8 individual serving cups.
- 9
Place cups in a large baking dish and add hot water to come halfway up the sides of the cups.
- 10
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly jiggly.
- 11
Remove from the water bath and let cool to room temperature.
- 12
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled.
- 13
Serve chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of enticing spice blend if desired.