Articles & Recipes
Steamed carrot pudding
Ingredients
1 Tabsp Grand Marnier or other liqueur or spirit (20ml)
1- 1/4 cup dried mixed fruit (215grams)
1/2 cup brown sugar (80grams)
1/2 cup peeled and grated carrot (125grams)
1/2 cup peeled and grated potato (125grams)
l/3 cup mono/polyunsaturated oil (85ml)
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup plain flour (65grams)
2 tabsp chopped pecans (20grams)
Method
* Add Grand Marnier or other liquor or spirit to dried fruit the night before.
* Combine sugar, carrot, potato and oil.
* Combine dry ingredients and add to sugar carrot mixture.
* Sir in mixed fruit, liqueur and nuts.
* Line a 1 litre microwave mould or dish with baking paper.
* Add batter, cover tightly with baking paper and tie with string or with an elastic band.
* Microwave on medium for 12 - 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
* Uncover and cool for 10 - 15 minutes and then umnould.
* When cool, wrap well in foil and allow to age at least a week in the refrigerator.
* To reheat, place on a serving dish, cover with plastic wrap and microwave at medium high for 5 - 6 minutes or until hot. Let stand covered for 2 minutes and then serve with Butterscotch Sauce or light ice cream.
Serves : 8
Nutrients per Serve :
KJ 1143, Calories 276, Carbohydrates(grams) 38, Fat(grams) 13
Note
Lactose Free, Egg Free, Vegetarian