Cool, refreshing, and deliciously light, the litchi rose panna cotta has some amazing textural play going on. The base, which is somewhat similar to custard, is velvety cream. The bits of sweet litchi bring in a lovely mouthfeel, and the whiff of rose adds deeper dimensions.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Chilling time5 hourshrs
Course: Dessert
Keyword: litchi rose panna cotta, litchi panna cotta, vegan litchi panna cotta
Servings: 4servings
Calories:
Author: Natasha Minocha
Ingredients
400mlCoconut milk, full fat
1/4cupRaw sugar
2tspAgar agar
1tsp Rose water
10-12Litchis, peeled, deseeded and chopped finely
2-3tspRose syrupOptional
Toppings
Pistachio, finely chopped
Dried rose petals
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the coconut milk, and sugar just to a gentle boil until sugar dissolves.
Take off the heat. Whisk in the agar-agar.
Bring back to a gentle simmer. Don't let the mixture boil. Pour the mixture through a sieve to ensure there are no lumps.
Cool the mixture for 5 minutes. Add in the rose water, rose syrup ( if using) and litchis. Mix well.
Pour into serving bowls and refrigerate to set completely for 4-5 hours. You can even let it set overnight.
When you're ready to serve, top with pistachios and dried rose petals. Enjoy!