Mkate Wa Embe Na Nazi (zanzibar Mango Coconut Bread Pudding)

Mkate wa Embe na Nazi, also known as Zanzibar Mango Coconut Bread Pudding, is a popular dessert in Tanzanian cuisine. This sweet and creamy pudding is made with ripe mangoes, coconut milk, and bread, creating a delightful tropical flavor.

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Mkate Wa Embe Na Nazi (zanzibar Mango Coconut Bread Pudding)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed stale bread
  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread and diced mangoes.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut milk, sugar, cardamom, cinnamon, shredded coconut, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the coconut milk mixture over the bread and mangoes, and gently stir to combine.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
14g
Protein
5g

Supplies

Baking dish Mixing bowls Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mkate wa Embe na Nazi warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a handful of raisins or chopped nuts to the pudding mixture before baking.

Cost

$10