English raisin pudding

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5 ingredients

English raisin pudding

Raisin English pudding is a traditional dessert with its roots in British cuisine, where it is known as "Christmas pudding." This preparation became popular in Latin America during the colonial era and, depending on the country, it goes by different names. For example, in Argentina and Uruguay it is commonly called "budín inglés," while in Mexico and Central America it may be found as "pudín" or "budín de frutas." This sweet treat is especially appreciated during festive seasons, like Christmas, for its dense texture and slightly sweet flavor thanks to the raisins inside.

Over time, different variants have emerged, but raisin English pudding maintains its essence: a delicate mixture of dry ingredients and a water bath cooking process that guarantees a soft and moist texture. Its European origin and Latin American adaptation make it an emblematic dessert that unites cultures and culinary traditions.

How to Make Raisin English Pudding

In a large bowl, mix the flour, suet, sugar, raisins, and 12 ounces of water to obtain a smooth dough.

Shape it into a long sausage and wrap it in wax paper.

Fill a pot large enough to hold the dough sausage, leaving room for it to expand, with water.

Bring to a boil.

Dip a clean kitchen towel in hot water, wring it out, and sprinkle it with flour.

Gently roll the pudding in the towel and tie it at each end.

Place the pudding in the pot and simmer for 2 hours.

Remove the towel and wax paper, sprinkle with sugar, and serve hot with custard.

English raisin pudding

Ingredients (5)

  • Self-Raising Flour
  • Vegetable Suet
  • Confectioners Sugar
  • Small Raisins
  • Custard

Instructions (8 steps)

  1. 1 In a large bowl, mix the flour, suet, sugar, raisins, and 12 ounces of water to form a soft dough
  2. 2 Shape into a long sausage and wrap it in wax paper
  3. 3 Fill a pot large enough to hold the dough sausage, leaving room for it to expand, with water
  4. 4 Bring to a boil
  5. 5 Dip a clean kitchen towel in hot water, wring it out, and dust it with flour
  6. 6 Gently roll the pudding in the cloth and tie it at each end
  7. 7 Place the pudding in the pot and simmer for 2 hours
  8. 8 Remove the cloth and wax paper, dust with sugar, and serve hot with custard

Nutritional Information

Calories: 3378 kcal
Protein: 81%
Carbohydrates: 163%
Fat: 223%
Sugar: 914%
Sodium: 180%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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