Step 1: Extract Coconut Milk

Add one large grated coconut to a mixer jar. Gradually add about 4 cups of water in batches, blending well each time. Strain the blended mixture through a sieve lined with a muslin cloth. Squeeze the cloth tightly to extract all the thick and creamy coconut milk.

Step 2: Prepare Corn Flour Slurry

In a small bowl, take 3 tablespoons of corn flour. Add 1/4 cup of the extracted coconut milk to it. Mix well with a spoon until the corn flour is completely dissolved and there are no lumps.

Step 3: Combine Milk and Sweetener

In a large bowl, pour the remaining coconut milk. Add 200 gms of condensed milk. Using a whisk, mix thoroughly until the condensed milk is fully blended with the coconut milk.

Step 4: Cook the Pudding Mixture

Pour the coconut milk and condensed milk mixture into a saucepan. Place it on the stove over a low flame. Gradually pour in the corn flour slurry while stirring continuously with a whisk.

Step 5: Thicken the Pudding

Increase the flame to medium-low and continue to stir constantly. The mixture will start to heat up and gradually thicken. Once it has thickened to a custard-like consistency and begins to bubble, turn off the stove.

Step 6: Set the Pudding

Immediately pour the hot pudding mixture into individual dessert cups or molds.

Step 7: Chill the Pudding

Allow the pudding to cool down to room temperature. Once cooled, cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight (8 hours), until it is completely set. Do not freeze.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

Once the pudding is well set, you can serve it in the cup or demold it onto a plate. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and serve chilled.

• Use a muslin cloth to extract thick and creamy coconut milk for the best texture.

• Stir the mixture continuously while cooking to prevent lumps from forming and to avoid burning at the bottom.

• Do not freeze the pudding as it will turn into ice crystals; it should only be refrigerated to set.

• Adjust the amount of condensed milk according to your desired sweetness level.

• Add a pinch of cardamom powder along with the condensed milk for a traditional Indian flavor.

• Incorporate a few drops of vanilla extract for a different aroma.