Thai Dessert Soup

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 13

Thai Dessert Soup - A Sweet and Fruity Delight

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup large tapioca
	1 cup water
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 cups of diced fruit or 2 cups fruit , preferably fresh ( select from berries , mango , papaya , pineapple , kiwi , pomegranate seed , etc . )
	2 cups thawed frozen coconut milk or 2 cups almond milk
	2 tablespoons sugar , sweetened to taste ( more or less )
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract ( do not use artificial ) or 1 teaspoon rose water
	1 sprinkle pomegranate seeds or 1 fresh edible flower ( like viola , nasturtium , or rose petal )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

295

Sugar

27g

Fat

12g

Thai dessert soup, also known as 'tub tim krob,' is a popular sweet treat in Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries. The dessert's name translates to 'crispy water chestnut,' but this recipe uses tapioca pearls as a substitute. The soup is made with a combination of fresh fruit, coconut or almond milk, and chewy tapioca pearls. It can be served as a refreshing dessert or snack, particularly on hot summer days. The soup's vibrant colors and unique flavor make it a feast for the eyes and taste buds alike.

Instructions

1.	Soak the tapioca in cold water for 30 minutes.
2.	In a pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil and add soaked tapioca. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes or until the tapioca becomes translucent.
3.	Add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the pot and stir until dissolved, then turn off the heat and set aside.
4.	In a blender, puree 2 cups of diced fruit with 2 cups of almond milk or thawed coconut milk.
5.	Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or rose water, and blend until smooth.
6.	Transfer the fruit mixture to a pot and heat on medium-low until warm (do not boil).
7.	Add the cooked tapioca to the fruit mixture and stir gently.
8.	Serve in bowls, garnished with pomegranate seeds or a fresh edible flower.

PROS

This dessert is a refreshing and healthy alternative to traditional sugary desserts.
It is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
The combination of fresh fruit, coconut or almond milk, and tapioca pearls makes for a unique and tropical flavor.

CONS

Some may find the texture of chewy tapioca pudding unappealing.
The soup is also relatively high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tapioca is a gluten-free starch that provides energy and is easy to digest. The fruit in this recipe provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Coconut milk is high in healthy fats that can promote heart health and brain function.