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Classic Malabi

Classic Malabi is a creamy Middle Eastern milk pudding infused with rose water and topped with sweet syrup: light, fragrant, and a refreshing dessert.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Keyword gluten-free, gluten-free dessert
Cook Time 10 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 600kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 ml Whole Milk
  • 4 tbsp Sugar add more to taste if needed
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp Rose Water
  • Pistachios for optional garnish
  • Rose petals for optional garnish

Instructions

  • Dissolve the cornstarch in ½ cup of the milk.
  • Heat the remaining milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the sugar and rose water, and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Slowly pour in the starch-milk mixture, stirring constantly.
  • Keep stirring for a few minutes until the pudding thickens and becomes glossy and smooth.
  • Taste and adjust rose water or sweetness if needed.
  • Remove from heat, pour into small serving bowls, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.