Indonesian Es Cendol
A refreshing Indonesian iced drink with pandan jelly, coconut milk, palm sugar syrup, shaved ice, and jackfruit.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Measuring cup
- Four tall glasses
- Long spoons
Ingredients
Cendol and Syrup
- 2 cups cendol pandan jelly drained
- 1 cup palm sugar shaved or chopped
- 1 cup water for syrup
- 2 count pandan leaves knotted
Assemble the Drink
- 3 cups full-fat coconut milk chilled
- 1 cup jackfruit sliced
- 4 cups ice crushed or cubed
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk optional
Instructions
Make the Syrup:
- Combine the palm sugar, water, and pandan leaves in a saucepan.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until glossy, strain, and chill.
Assemble:
- Divide the cendol jelly and jackfruit among four tall glasses.
- Add ice, pour in the chilled coconut milk, and drizzle with palm sugar syrup.
Serve:
- Add condensed milk if using.
- Serve immediately with long spoons and stir each glass just before drinking.
Notes
- Keep the coconut milk cold until serving.
- Use less syrup for a lighter drink.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 55mgFiber: 3gSugar: 43g