Laksa-Infused Mantou Bread Pudding with Coconut Ice Cream

Name: Laksa-Infused Mantou Bread Pudding with Coconut Ice Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 pieces Frozen Mantou Buns; 1 cup Coconut Milk; 2 Eggs; 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar; 2 tablespoons Laksa Paste; 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce; 1 tablespoon Lime Juice; 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil; 4 scoops Coconut Ice Cream; Optional Fresh Coriander

Experience a symphony of Singaporean flavors with this unique bread pudding. Steamed mantou buns are transformed into a sweet and savory dessert, infused with the fragrant spices of laksa and served warm with a cooling scoop of coconut ice cream. It's a delightful fusion of comfort and exoticism, perfect for a taste of home with a twist.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

675

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

S$2.10

Season:

tropical

Meal Type:

Dessert•Bread

Cuisine:

British•Thai

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

6piecesFrozen Mantou Buns(Thawed and cubed (approx. 1-inch cubes))

S$3.00

1cupCoconut Milk(Full fat for richness)

S$1.20

2Eggs(Large)

S$0.60

0.3cupGranulated Sugar(Adjust to taste)

S$0.10

2tablespoonsLaksa Paste(Good quality Singapore Laksa paste)

S$0.50

1teaspoonFish Sauce(Adds umami depth)

S$0.05

1tablespoonLime Juice(Freshly squeezed)

S$0.15

1tablespoonVegetable Oil(For greasing the baking dish)

S$0.05

4scoopsCoconut Ice Cream(For serving)

S$2.00

OptionalFresh Coriander(For garnish)

S$0.75

Total Cost

S$8.40

S$2.10 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with vegetable oil.
2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the coconut milk, eggs, sugar, laksa paste, and fish sauce. Heat gently, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the laksa paste is fully incorporated, about 3-5 minutes. Do not boil. The mixture should be fragrant with the aromas of lemongrass, galangal, and chili.
3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lime juice.
4
Place the cubed mantou in the prepared baking dish. Distribute them evenly.
5
Pour the laksa-infused coconut milk mixture over the mantou, ensuring that all the cubes are soaked. Gently press down on the mantou to help them absorb the liquid. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown and slightly crusty. The center should still have a slight jiggle but not be overly liquid.
7
Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.
8
Serve warm with a scoop of coconut ice cream on top. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves (optional). The warm, fragrant bread pudding provides a delightful contrast to the cool, creamy ice cream.
9
Enjoy the sweet and savory symphony of flavors!

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

675 kcal / 2824 kJ

Carbs

78g

30% of RDA

Fat

35g

50% of RDA

Protein

14g

28% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

35 g

39% of RDA

Sodium

550 mg

24% of RDA

Saturated Fat

25 g

125% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the coconut milk mixture.

If you don't have mantou, you can substitute with day-old croissants or brioche, though the texture will be slightly different.

The bread pudding can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 150°C (300°F) until warmed through.

Adjust the amount of Laksa paste depending on your spice level tolerance.

A drizzle of condensed milk can enhance the sweetness, if desired.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Stove

Baking Dish (8x8 inch)

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