Traditional Water Pudding (Su Muhallebisi)
Water - Wheat starch - Sugar - Powdered sugar
Ingredients & Measurements
Water: 4 cups (pure and clean)
Wheat starch: 1/2 cup (fine starch for that signature silky, crystal texture)
Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
Powdered sugar: For dusting on top when serving (optional)
Recipe Details & Quick Facts
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours
Servings: 4 portions
Cost Level: Extremely budget-friendly (3 simple ingredients)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the wheat starch, granulated sugar, and cold water. Whisk thoroughly while cold until the starch is completely dissolved and there are zero lumps.
Step 2: Place the saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to ensure the mixture thickens evenly without sticking to the bottom.
Step 3: Continue cooking as the mixture transforms into a translucent, glossy, smooth pudding consistency that bubbles gently. Remove it from the heat immediately.
Step 4: Pour the hot pudding evenly into individual small bowls or shallow molds that have been lightly rinsed with cold water (this prevents sticking and helps it slide out easily).
Step 5: Let them cool down to room temperature, then place them in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours until firmly set.
Step 6: Invert the chilled puddings onto clean dessert plates. Dust the tops lightly with a tiny pinch of powdered sugar right before serving.
Chef's Closing Tip
With only three basic ingredients, the absolute secret to success is constant whisking over moderate heat from the very beginning to achieve that flawless, crystal-clear, melt-in-the-mouth texture.
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