Yogurt Black sticky rice pudding (Sua Chua Nep Cam recipe) is a well-loved dessert for people from all ages in Vietnam. The yogurt’s tart flavor paired with the sweet and light sweetness of the soft-chewy black sticky rice will help cool you down in the scorching hot days of summer. It’s simple to eat, tasty and healthy.
In the recipe for Steamed Peanut Sticky Rice recipe with Coconut Milk recipe, I wrote that we often ate sticky rice in Vietnam and that rice is often used to prepare sweet and savory dishes. The Yogurt-Black sticky rice Pudding ( Sua Chua Nep Cam in Vietnamese) is among the most loved desserts made of sticky rice that I grew up in my country.
What is black sticky rice?
The black sticky rice is known by other names like black glutinous rice, sweet rice that is black. The name of the rice for Vietnamese can be gao nup cam (or gao nep than).
It’s a long-grain variety with a variety of shades. In general, I think it is a dark purple color. You can observe this clearly when cooking or soaking it. The contrast of the dark purple hue and the white creamy color of yogurt creates an eye-catching visual effect to this delicious dessert.
Black sticky rice is the same texture like ordinary sticky rice. It’s sticky, soft and slightly chewy after cooking. Regarding flavor it also has a mild sweetness of the normal rice. In addition the flavor, black sticky rice also has rich and nutty flavor and aroma. It is more intense than the regular sticky rice.
According to some articles, white sticky rice (black) is an nutrient-rich grain. It is high in antioxidants, protein in dietary fiber, antioxidants, and iron. It could have anti-inflammatory properties and also benefits for heart health. It’s a good idea to include it in our diets. seems like a great idea, isn’t it? The article “Health and Benefits of Black Glutinous Rice” gives a few of the health benefits.
It is possible to find black sticky rice in Asian supermarkets Here is the package I purchased at my local store.
The ways we take advantage of black sticky rice in Vietnam
The best way to experience it is to prepare the black rice sticky pudding. It is then possible to include yogurt and mix and then indulge in the deliciously rich and creamy dessert. Another method to eat this pudding is pour coconut milk on top and consume immediately.
Another way to consume the grain is to ferment it using yeast. We refer to it as the black glutinous wine of rice ( ruou nep cam). It’s mildly alcoholic and is consumed in a ritual in May every year to flush our stomachs. We can make sticky rice steamed from this grain.
Making Yogurt Black Sticky Rice Pudding (Sua Chua Nep Cam)
Making white sticky rice is simple and simple. All you require is a standard saucepan or saucepan to cook your rice pudding.
The first thing to do is let the rice soak for at four hours at the very least. Soaking will ensure that you get an ideal texture within the shortest time. If I got in a rush and only let it soak for two hours, the cooking time was increased by 5 minutes or more.
Updated 06/21/2022 I have recently found a method to prepare this black rice sticky pudding using the pressure cooker. When using this method of cooking, there’s no requirement to prepare the rice ahead of time.
After you have soaked the rice, boil it until the rice has softened as well as the pudding becomes smooth and dense to your taste. I cook the rice using pandan leaves for additional flavor, however it is not required.
It is possible to find frozen pandan leaves in Asian supermarkets. The one I bought can last some time. If you are unable to locate it, simply add some vanilla extract.
After your black rice pudding is cooked then you need to cool it before mixing it with plain yogurt. The ideal ratio includes 1 cup of black rice pudding with 2 cups yogurt but it’s entirely adaptable. You could add crushed ice and honey based on your preferences.
I am sure that the black yogurt sticky rice will be delicious. The Mr. Delicious Plate and me can consume 24 OZ. of plain yogurt and the black rice and a sticky go.
Another intriguing Vietnamese recipe using yogurt can be found in the yogurt Coffee (Sua Chua Café).
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Vietnamese Yogurt Black Sticky Rice Pudding- Sữa Chua Nếp Cẩm recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup black sticky rice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 leaves of pandan (or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 1/2 cups water
- plain yogurt (no sugar, no flavor)
- crushed frozen (for serving, not necessary)
- additional sugar (for serving, but not required)
- mint leaves (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Wash the rice with black sticky rice, then soak it for up to 4 to 6 hours. If it is soaked for less period of time or skipped this step, you'll require to increase cooking duration.
- After soaking, wash rice, then put it in the pot. Make knots, then place them inside the same pan. Put in salt, water and, and bring to the point of boiling. Reduce the heat to medium-low or low heat then cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes after 20 minutes, add honey, mix and then cover the pan, cooking for 5-10 minutes more or until rice becomes soft and the pudding is as glossy and thick as you'd like it to be.
- Transfer it to a bowl, and allow it to cool to the temperature of room. Mix yogurt until it is smooth. Place 1 cup of the black rice pudding with 2 portions yogurt into the serving glass or in bowls. The proportion of yogurt and rice pudding can be altered. Add honey and crushed ice If you wish.
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