Introduction
Es Digalon is a traditional Indonesian dessert that is popular in the city of Yogyakarta. It consists of a mixture of shaved ice, coconut milk, and various sweet toppings. In this article, we will share with you the recipe for making Es Digalon at home.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make Es Digalon:
- 500 ml coconut milk
- 200 grams of sugar
- 250 grams of shaved ice
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 1 pandan leaf, knotted
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of water
- 1 cup of mixed sweet toppings (such as jackfruit, avocado, and grass jelly)
Instructions
Follow these steps to make Es Digalon:
1. In a pan, heat the coconut milk, sugar, salt, and pandan leaf over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
2. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until it forms a paste.
3. Add the cornstarch paste to the pan and stir constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool.
4. Once cooled, strain the mixture to remove the pandan leaf and any lumps.
5. Crush the shaved ice using a blender or ice crusher.
6. In a serving bowl, add the crushed ice and pour the coconut milk mixture over it.
7. Add the mixed sweet toppings on top of the coconut milk mixture.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for one serving of Es Digalon (based on the ingredients listed above):
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 437mg
- Sugar: 61g
Tips and Variations
- You can use any sweet toppings you like for this dessert. Some popular options include jackfruit, avocado, grass jelly, and sweetened red beans.
- For a healthier version, you can use low-fat coconut milk and reduce the amount of sugar used.
- To add more flavor to the coconut milk mixture, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- If you can't find pandan leaves, you can substitute with vanilla extract or leave it out altogether.
- To make the dessert more visually appealing, you can layer the shaved ice and toppings in a tall glass before pouring the coconut milk mixture over it.
Conclusion
Es Digalon is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for hot summer days. With this recipe, you can easily make it at home and enjoy it with your family and friends. Try it out and let us know how it turns out!
