Lime and Ginger Crema Catalana by Max Mariola
Lime and ginger crema catalana is a light summer dessert that is easy to prepare. It adds a fresh note to your desserts.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4 people
Ingredients
- Crema Catalana Mix (1 kg bag), 110 g
- milk, 250 ml
- cream, 200 ml
- limes, 2
- ginger, 30 g
- sugar, 22 g
Method
In a bowl, combine the crema catalana mix with the milk and cream until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
Using a grater, zest one lime and the ginger, then add the zest to the bowl with the other ingredients.
Pour the mixture into a saucepan and bring to the boil over medium heat for at least 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
Divide the cream into 4 small jars. Allow to cool slightly, then refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Before serving, sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over the surface of the cream. Place the jars under the grill for about 1 minute, until a crisp, golden crust forms.
Garnish the crema catalana with grated lime zest and a slice of candied ginger.
Store in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.
Using a grater, zest one lime and the ginger, then add the zest to the bowl with the other ingredients.
Pour the mixture into a saucepan and bring to the boil over medium heat for at least 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
Divide the cream into 4 small jars. Allow to cool slightly, then refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Before serving, sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over the surface of the cream. Place the jars under the grill for about 1 minute, until a crisp, golden crust forms.
Garnish the crema catalana with grated lime zest and a slice of candied ginger.
Store in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.