Coconut Panna Cotta with Mango Salsa and Toasted Macadamia Nuts
Servings: 6-8 people
Ingredients:
For the panna cotta:
- 1 cup (240 ml) coconut cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
For the mango salsa:
- 2 ripe mangos, diced
- 1/4 cup (60 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
For the toasted macadamia nuts:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) macadamia nuts
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Make the panna cotta: In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, sugar, and salt until well combined. Pour mixture into small individual serving cups or ramekins.
- Chill the panna cotta: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Make the mango salsa: In a small bowl, mix together diced mango, granulated sugar, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
- Toast the macadamia nuts: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spread macadamia nuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Serve: To serve, place toasted macadamia nuts on top of chilled panna cotta, followed by mango salsa.
Note: This recipe is a variant of the Coconut cake (recipe #14) and Mango mousse (#25) recipes.