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Watalappam (Sri Lankan Coconut Custard)

Watalappam is a Sri Lankan steamed coconut custard.

Watalappam (Sri Lankan Coconut Custard) prepared recipe
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Before you start

A quick setup makes the method easier to follow and keeps important steps from being missed.

Preparation checklist

  • Read all 2 method steps from beginning to end.
  • Measure and arrange all 6 listed ingredients.
  • Keep the recipe open and follow each step in order; the source does not state a total time.

Recipe notes & preparation tips

One can also vary or enhance the aroma and flavour by adding thick pandan juice or vanilla pod gratings.

Alternatively, the mixture can be poured into multiple small aluminum baking foils and then steamed for about 5–10 minutes.

Adapted from the source recipe's notes.
Step by step

Method

  1. 01

    Beat the eggs in a mixer. Add the milk, brown sugar, cardamom, and cloves to the beaten eggs. Mix well.

  2. 02

    Transfer the mixture to a pot and steam for 20 minutes. Add the cashews.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
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Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY 2.0, credited to Ankur P from Pune, India; view original image record .