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Prepare una deliciosa ESPUMILLA con esta fruta en el CAMPO

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Espumilla

Cultural Context

Espumilla is a beloved Ecuadorian dessert that showcases the country's rich agricultural bounty, particularly its tropical fruits. Traditionally enjoyed at festivals and family gatherings, this airy treat is made by whipping egg whites into a fluffy meringue, often flavored with fruit purees like guava or passion fruit. In modern times, variations abound, with chefs experimenting with different fruit flavors and presentations, making it a popular choice in both home kitchens and restaurants across Ecuador.

EcuadorianECdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
egg whites
sugar
fruit puree
lime juice
gelatin
water
vanilla extract
salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while brown sugar is often less expensive.

fruit puree

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Fresh fruit offers better nutrition while canned fruit is budget-friendly.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is plant-based while cornstarch is often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice has similar acidity, while vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Harvest ripe membrillo from the plant.

2

Peel the membrillo to remove the skin.

3

Remove the seeds from the membrillo.

4

Blend the membrillo until it becomes a juice.

5

Add sugar to the blended membrillo and stir until it thickens.

6

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

7

Add the thickened membrillo mixture to the beaten egg whites and mix well.

8

Continue to beat the mixture until it reaches a creamy consistency.

9

Serve the espumilla in a dish.

Cooking Techniques

whippingfoldingchilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlwhiskmeasuring cupsspoonrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Merengue de frutasMousse de frutas

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