Sombi - Senegalese Coconut Rice Pudding - A Taste of West Africa 02

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can mimic the creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor profile.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean offers a natural flavor without additives.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: frozen fruits

Fresh fruits provide nutrients and are often more affordable.

Add medium grain rice to a saucepan and cover with 2 cups of water.

Cook the rice until it's a little bit al dente, about 10 minutes.

Set the rice aside.

In a separate saucepan, combine 1 cup of coconut milk, 1 cup of coconut cream, and 1/2 cup of soft brown sugar.

Gently heat the mixture until the sugars dissolve.

Add the drained rice to the coconut mixture.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and mix through.

Simmer for about 5 minutes on low heat, stirring to prevent burning.

Serve hot in a bowl, topped with coconut chips and a drizzle of coconut cream.

Squeeze lime over the top before serving.

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