Black Rice Pudding with Turmeric Lime Granita and Coconut Sorbet

, from Issue #86. November, 2019
Photography by Sarah Tuck.
Black Rice Pudding with Turmeric Lime Granita and Coconut Sorbet
Black Rice Pudding with Turmeric Lime Granita and Coconut Sorbet

Both the pudding and granita can be made up to a day ahead; just loosen the rice with extra coconut cream or milk when you reheat. 

Serves: 4-6

INGREDIENTS

Granita
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh turmeric
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup water
juice 4 limes

Black rice pudding
1 cup black rice
400ml tin coconut milk
2 cups water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla paste
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup coconut cream

To serve
purchased coconut sorbet or ice cream (I used Little Island)

METHOD

Granita: Place all the ingredients in a blender and whizz for 1 minute. Pour into a freezer-proof tray and place in the freezer for 4-6 hours. Remove from the freezer and scrape with a fork until a granita forms that is light and not too lumpy. Return to the freezer until ready to serve.

Rice pudding: Place the black rice, coconut milk and water in a large pot and bring to the boil. Cook for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender. Lower the heat and add the sugar, vanilla and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, for a further 10-15 minutes, gradually adding the coconut cream.

To serve: Serve the rice pudding warm with a scoop of coconut sorbet and a sprinkling of granita. Serves 4-6