Matcha Tea Parfait
Matcha Tea Parfait is a Japanese dessert that brings the unique, distinctive taste of matcha, green tea powder, to the dessert world. Matcha powder is outstanding not only in its taste but also in its beautiful green color, which we can best enjoy when used in sweets. In Japan, matcha is especially popular during traditional tea ceremonies, but nowadays it is increasingly used as a base for sweets such as parfaits or ice cream. Parfait is a great choice if you are looking for something special and refreshing.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
First, prepare all the ingredients. Pour the heavy cream and milk into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat, but do not bring to a boil. The cream should not start to foam, just warm up.
2
In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy. Add the warm cream and milk, then, while stirring constantly, pour the mixture back into the saucepan.
3
Cook over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly but does not start to boil. Then remove from the heat.
4
In a small bowl, mix the matcha powder with 2 tablespoons of hot water to create a smooth, lump-free paste. Pour this paste into the egg mixture and mix thoroughly.
5
Once well combined, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps. Pour the mixture into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
6
When the mixture has cooled, place it in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the parfait to set properly.
7
Before serving, take a few fresh mint leaves and garnish the parfait with them. This adds a refreshing flavor to the dessert.
