Bubur Sumsum
is a traditional Indonesian dessert that translates to "rice porridge" or "rice milk porridge." It is a sweet and creamy porridge made from rice flour and coconut milk, and it's often flavored with pandan leaves for a subtle green hue and fragrant aroma. Bubur Sumsum can be served as a dessert or snack, and it's commonly enjoyed throughout Indonesia and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Ingredients:
For the Bubur Sumsum:
- - 1 cup rice flour
- - 2 cups coconut milk
- - 2 pandan leaves (tied in a knot for flavor)
- - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- - A pinch of salt
For the Palm Sugar Syrup (Optional):
- - 1/2 cup grated palm sugar
- - 1/4 cup water
Instructions:
Preparing the Bubur Sumsum:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the rice flour and a pinch of salt.
2. In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk and pandan leaves over medium heat. Stir occasionally until it's hot but not boiling. Remove the pandan leaves.
3. Slowly pour the hot coconut milk into the rice flour while stirring continuously to create a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook it over low to medium heat, stirring continuously. Cook until the mixture thickens, which usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
5. Once the mixture thickens to a porridge-like consistency, add the granulated sugar and stir until it's fully dissolved. Taste and adjust the sugar to your preference.
6. Continue to cook and stir the mixture for another 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and creamy. It should have a consistency similar to a thick rice pudding.
Preparing the Palm Sugar Syrup (Optional):
7. In a separate saucepan, combine the grated palm sugar and water. Heat over low to medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves, creating a syrup. Remove from heat and set aside.
Serving:
8. To serve, spoon the Bubur Sumsum into individual bowls or serving dishes. You can serve it warm or chilled.
9. Drizzle the optional palm sugar syrup over the top for extra sweetness, or you can serve it with a different sweet syrup or sauce of your choice.
10. Bubur Sumsum can be garnished with additional pandan leaves for color and aroma, or you can sprinkle it with grated coconut for added texture.
11. Enjoy your Bubur Sumsum as a delightful Indonesian dessert or snack!
Bubur Sumsum is a comforting and sweet treat that's simple to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. It's a wonderful dessert to explore the flavors of Indonesian cuisine or to enjoy as a satisfying and comforting dessert.
