Indian Spiced Mango Couscous Pudding
Indulge in a fusion of vibrant flavors with Indian Spiced Mango Couscous Pudding, a luscious dessert that blends creamy textures with exotic spices. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy couscous infused with a warming medley of cardamom, cinnamon, and saffron, simmered in rich, spiced milk for an aromatic base. Sweet, juicy mangoes and plump raisins add a fruity burst of flavor, while a sprinkle of chopped pistachios brings a delightful crunch to every bite. Perfect as a chilled treat on a summer evening or a warm, comforting dessert in cooler months, this pudding offers a unique twist on traditional Indian desserts with a modern, time-saving twist. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as visually stunning as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Couscous
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1.5 cups Ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1/3 cup Sugar
- 4 Cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1/8 teaspoon Saffron strands
- 1.5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Raisins
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and saffron strands. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat until it is warm but not boiling. Allow the spices to infuse for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and strain the milk to remove the spices. Set aside.
In a separate pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Stir in the couscous and butter. Turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let it sit for 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs the water.
Fluff the couscous with a fork, then pour the infused milk into the pot. Stir well to combine and return the pot to low heat.
Add the sugar and cook the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens and becomes creamy.
Fold in the diced mangoes, raisins, and vanilla extract. Cook for another 2 minutes until the mangoes are warmed through.
Remove the pot from heat and let the pudding cool slightly. Transfer it to serving bowls or glasses.
Garnish each serving with chopped pistachios and a few extra saffron strands if desired. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1325 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 516 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 215.1 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1907 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
