Mango Coconut Rice Pudding (Vegan, Instant Pot)

This mango coconut rice pudding has been in the works for a while. I had once done a coconut rice pudding for a vegan cooking class eons ago. It had somehow come together. My friend Susan Hubbard has asked me for the recipe forever. There is a difference between  cooking something and then putting together a recipe. For me anyway. I cook from my heart, when I like what transpires, then we move on to creating a recipe.

My Coconut Mango Pudding Story

A recipe has constraints. It is like bottling that spontaneity of creation in a confined bottle.  A recipe is meant to be predictable, something that works everything and brings happiness every time it is made. This rice pudding is fuss free, comforting, and made ridiculously simple. Folks, while this is completely diary free, it is very rich and scrumptious.  All the richness and goodness of coconut milk, mango, and rice in a happy marriage. I finish this with maple syrup which adds both a depth of flavor and a little more sweetness to round out the recipe.

Freezer Friendly with a difference

Here is a more conventional rice pudding recipe also done in the instant pot. However, this coconut mango rice pudding give it a run for its money and everything else along with it. The best part I have realized is that this rice pudding freezes very well.  So, double batches are in. Being able to produce something that that a good 30 minutes to simmer from the convenience of your freezer is good. Seriously good!

A great way to put the canned mango pulp to good use. A note here, the canned mango pulp is available on amazon, but is much pricier than what you would find in your local Indian store or market. Just letting you know. I cook this on low pressure so as to not let the ingredients curdle. I add raisins, keeping it nut free. Sometimes scatter rose petals, but that is rather optional.

You can add what ever suits your fancy. If you love mangoes and are looking for a quick way to use them, consider my mango lassi either as a quick dessert or an anytime pick me up.

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