Sweet Jent (Жент)

Жент (Sweet Jent) is a traditional Kyrgyz dessert made with wheat, milk, and sugar. It is a simple and comforting sweet dish that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

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Sweet Jent (Жент)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups wheat grains
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Wash the wheat grains and soak them in water for 2 hours.
  2. Drain the soaked wheat grains and place them in a pot.
  3. Add milk to the pot and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the wheat grains are soft and the mixture thickens.
  5. Add sugar to the pot and stir until it dissolves completely.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat and let the sweet jent cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
5g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Pot Spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the sweet jent warm or chilled, garnished with nuts or dried fruits.

Tips & tricks

You can add a pinch of cardamom or cinnamon for extra flavor.

Cost

$5