Michel Roux Jr's rice pudding with banana and spice

Name: Michel Roux Jr's rice pudding with banana and spice recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 l (1.8pints) milk; 75 g (2.6oz) caster sugar; 1 vanilla pod, split; 2 cloves; 2 sticks cinnamon; 3 cardamom pods; 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg; 200 g (7.1oz) pudding rice; 4 bananas, peeled and cut into wedges; 1 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp light muscovado sugar; 2 tbsp dark rum; 1 x 200ml can of sweetened condensed milk; 1 under-ripe banana; 1 cup icing sugar for dusting

Servings: persons

1 l (1.8pints) milk
75 g (2.6oz) caster sugar
1 vanilla pod, split
2 cloves
2 sticks cinnamon
3 cardamom pods
0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
200 g (7.1oz) pudding rice
4 bananas, peeled and cut into wedges
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp light muscovado sugar
2 tbsp dark rum
1 x 200ml can of sweetened condensed milk
1 under-ripe banana
1 cup icing sugar for dusting

1
Bring the milk to the boil with the caster sugar, split vanilla pod, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom and a little nutmeg.
2
Sprinkle in the rice and stir.
3
Simmer for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
4
Cover and leave to stand for at least 20 minutes.
5
Pan fry the bananas with the butter and sugar.
6
When lightly caramelised but still firm, pour in the rum and take off the heat.
7
Fold the condensed milk into the rice.
8
Serve the pudding in bowls with the banana on top.
9
Decorate with banana crisps.
10
For the banana crisps: peel an under-ripe banana and slice it as thinly as possible lengthways.
11
Put the slices on a non-stick baking mat, dust with icing sugar and dry out in a low oven, 110C, until brown and crisp.
12
These crisps can be kept in an airtight container for a couple of days.

899

kcal

Calories

Fat

184

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 l (1.8pints) milk, 75 g (2.6oz) caster sugar, 1 vanilla pod, split, 2 cloves, and more.

Yes, Michel Roux Jr's rice pudding with banana and spice recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Michel Roux Jr's rice pudding with banana and spice recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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