Bubur Pulut Hitam

Bubur Pulut Hitam Recipe

Introduction

Bubur Pulut Hitam, a favourite Malay dessert, is a rich and creamy porridge made from black glutinous rice.

Traditionally served warm, it’s a popular dish at Malay weddings and gatherings.

This recipe allows you to enjoy this delightful dessert at home with simple, readily available ingredients.

Ingredients

1 cup black glutinous rice

4 cups water

1 pandan leaf

¼ cup palm sugar (gula melaka), finely chopped

2 tablespoons white sugar

120 ml coconut milk

½ teaspoon salt

For Drizzled Coconut Milk:

½ teaspoon cornflour

2 tablespoons water

80 ml coconut milk

Ingredients for Making Bubur Pulut Hitam — From the top left: Black glutinous rice, sugar and water. Fromm the bottom left: Palm sugar, coconut milk, corn flour and salt.

Instructions

Preparation:

Rinse the black glutinous rice thoroughly under cold running water.

Soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes to soften.

Soaked Black Glutinous Rice — Clean the glutinous rice and soaked it for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking the Rice:

In a large pot, combine the soaked rice with 4 cups of water and the pandan leaf.

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.

Cook for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has a starchy texture.

Sweetening and Flavoring:

Add the palm sugar and white sugar to the pot, stirring until completely dissolved.

Pour in the coconut milk and add the salt.

Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavours to melt together.

Preparing the Drizzled Coconut Milk:

In a small bowl, mix the cornflour with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.

In a small saucepan, heat 80 ml of coconut milk over low heat.

Add the cornflour slurry and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.

Serving:

Serve the Bubur Pulut Hitam warm in bowls.

Drizzle the thickened coconut milk mixture over the top before serving.

Tips

Serving Suggestions: Bubur Pulut Hitam is best enjoyed warm. If you need to store it, reheat gently before serving to retain its creamy texture.

Adjusting Sweetness: Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar to your taste preference.

Additional Flavour: For an extra touch, you can add a pinch of salt to the drizzled coconut milk to balance the sweetness.

Conclusion

Bubur Pulut Hitam is a comforting and flavorful dessert that brings a taste of Malay tradition to your home. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that you can recreate this classic dish with ease and enjoy its rich, creamy goodness.

Bubur Pulut Hitam