Flan- Custard

I used ready mix Custard powder for this recipe and it saves a bunch of time. I have never made custard from scratch, so I cannot vouch if the store bought custard powder tastes as good as the one made from scratch. However, this is a really tasty version too.

To make it more fancy, I added some caramel on top before I steamed the custard.

This is very similar to a Flan, the only difference is, the Caramel on top is not as thick and we steam this instead of baking it.

Custard Powder - 1 pack

Caramel:
Sugar - 1/2 cup
Water - 3 tbsp

Mix the sugar with water in a thick bottom pan and heat till golden brown. Don't stir.
Pour the Caramel into a dish that fits into the pressure cooker.

Prepare the custard mix according to instructions on the box. Pour on top of the caramel.

Place in the steamer/cooker and steam for about 20 to 25 min. Open and check if it's set.
Remove and cool and invert onto a serving plate.

I love this when it's chilled.

Dips: Tahini, Hummus and Tzatziki Sauce

My upcoming post is going to be a mediterranean platter and I am a fan of these sauces. Hummus is a must in our home and we use it in sandwiches, as dips, in wraps and just about anything we want to add some flavor to.

I love Sabre Hummus and if I don't have some on hand, I can quickly whip some up using canned beans.

Tahini:

Sesame Seeds - 1/2 cup

Olive Oil - 1 Tbsp

Water -  1 to 2 Tbsp

Salt - To taste

Black Peppe - 1 Tsp

Lemon  - A few drops

Dry roast the sesame seeds on medium heat until fragrant. Cool and grind with the rest of the ingredients. Add water as needed, based on how thick the sauce is.

Tzatziki Sauce:

Greek/Hung Yogurt - 1 Cup

Lemon Juice - 1 tsp

Salt - To Taste

Black Pepper - 1 Tsp

Dill . - 1 Tbsp chopped

English Cucumber - Finely minced - 1/2

Beat the yogurt until smooth and mix all the ingredients.

Hummus:

I have the recipe for Hummus on my blog and adding the link here:                         

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Recipe