Dr. Oetker Keşkül is an instant mix for keşkül, the Turkish almond milk pudding that is traditionally served cold and garnished with pistachio. The sachet does the measuring for you: according to the retailer's ingredient listing it contains sugar, starches, rice flour, almond pieces (1.3%), wheat flour, almond flour, xanthan gum, flavouring and beta-carotene for colour, so you only need to add milk. The front of the pack states that it contains almond pieces, and because the listed recipe also includes wheat flour, it is not suitable for anyone avoiding almonds or wheat.
The manufacturer's directions use 750 ml of milk. Stir the powder into the milk and cook it, stirring continuously, until it thickens to a creamy, spoonable consistency. Pour it into small bowls or glasses, let it cool, then chill it in the fridge before serving. A thin line of ground pistachio across the surface, as shown on the pack, makes it look neat, and a little desiccated coconut is another familiar topping. The back of the pack also explains how to make a bitter-almond version.
Store the unopened sachet in a cool, dry place and keep the finished dessert covered in the fridge. Served cold after a meal or with tea in the afternoon, it is a familiar dessert that comes together quickly. This listing is the 139 g pack; the manufacturer's site currently shows a 125 g version, so check your pack for the exact weight and allergen details.
