Haupia
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Haupia is the Hawaiian name for a traditional coconut pudding found throughout Polynesia.
History
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Starch extracted from the pia (or Polynesian arrowroot) is the original thickening agent used in making this dish.[2] These puddings would originally have had a more mucilaginous consistency, and more so without refrigeration historically. Cornstarch (grain starch) is often substituted for Script error: No such module "Lang". in modern recipes which give a different texture overall more akin to gelatin. A suitable substitute for arrowroot starch would be another root starch like potato starch or tapioca. Traditional Script error: No such module "Lang". is vegan and does not contain gelatin, eggs, or dairy.
These coconut puddings that were made by the Polynesians were noted by early European explorers to have a resemblance in appearance and taste to the European dessert blancmange.[3][4]
Preparation
A standard recipe calls for coconut cream (or coconut milk), water, sugar, salt, and starch to be mixed, then heated until thickened. The mixture may be chilled or left to set until firm.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
In popular culture
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Gallery
- Variants
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Tahitian Rēti'a
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Coconut pudding served in a coconut
See also
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References
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Notes
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