Steamed Milk Pudding with Red Beans and Lotus Seeds

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Gently heat the full cream milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until it is warm, but not boiling. Remove from heat.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites with the caster sugar until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is frothy, but not stiff.

3. 3

   Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg white mixture while continuously whisking to combine thoroughly.

4. 4

   Strain the milk and egg mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or foam, ensuring a smooth pudding.

5. 5

   Divide the strained mixture evenly into 4 heatproof ramekins or small bowls.

6. 6

   Gently add the cooked sweet red beans and cooked lotus seeds into each ramekin, distributing them evenly.

7. 7

   Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a rolling boil. Place the ramekins carefully into the steamer, cover with a lid (wrap the lid with a cloth to prevent condensation dripping), and steam over medium heat.

8. 8

   Steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the pudding is just set but still slightly wobbly in the center. Do not overcook.

9. 9

   Carefully remove the ramekins from the steamer and let them cool down to room temperature.

10. 10

    Serve warm, or chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving for a refreshing cold dessert.