Chocolate Tapioca Pudding

Ingredients and Weight:

• Tapioca pearls: 200 grams
• Dark chocolate: 150 grams (use at least 70% cocoa content)
• Full-cream milk: 500 ml
• Heavy cream: 200 ml
• Sugar: 50 grams
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: a pinch

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including cooking and cooling time)

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the tapioca pearls. Cook for about 10 minutes or until tender, then drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, combine the chocolate and a small amount of warm milk and stir until the chocolate is completely melted.
3. Add the remaining milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to the chocolate mixture and mix well.
4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and stir continuously until the mixture becomes thickened.
5. Add the cooked tapioca pearls to the chocolate mixture and stir gently to combine.
6. Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls and let it cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dessert is rich and creamy with a chocolatey taste.
• The tapioca pearls provide a unique texture that is both chewy and smooth.
• It is a perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.

User Comments:

1. "This chocolate tapioca pudding is delicious! The combination of chocolate and tapioca is unique and really tasty."
2. "I love how creamy and rich this dessert is. It's the perfect ending to a meal."
3. "This pudding is a bit rich for my taste, but it's still enjoyable. The texture of the tapioca pearls is really interesting."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use high-quality chocolate with a high cocoa content for the best flavor.
• Use full-cream milk and heavy cream for a richer and creamier texture.
• Adjust the amount of sugar according to your preference for sweetness.