Black Eyed Peas Dessert With Sticky Rice

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with less processing.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor naturally.

Soak black eyed peas in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the black eyed peas.

Boil black eyed peas in fresh water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Drain the peas and set aside.

Rinse sticky rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak sticky rice in water for at least 2 hours, then drain.

Combine coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a pot over medium heat until sugar dissolves.

Add the soaked sticky rice to the coconut mixture and stir to combine.

Cook the sticky rice in the coconut mixture, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy, about 20-25 minutes.

Fold in the cooked black eyed peas gently.

Transfer the mixture to a greased dish and smooth the top.

Steam the dessert for 30-40 minutes until set.

Let cool before slicing into squares.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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