On a hot Mauritian summer day, there are few drinks that refresh you like an Alouda Glase. Read on to learn how to make your own pink or green Alouda.
INGREDIENTS
8
RECIPE STEPS
9
TOTAL TIME
15 m
About Alouda
Alouda is a milk based cold drink that draws its inspiration from the Indian drink Falooda. Falooda has been popular for generations in India where the locals enjoy its digestive virtues following a spicy meal.
The Indian Mughlai version is typically made by mixing rose syrup, vermicelli and basil seeds (tokmarya) topped with a dollop of ice cream.
On the other hand, Alouda typically contains agar agar and tokmarya. We’ll tell you a bit more about those two ingredients later. Furthermore, you can find three different flavours of Alouda: almond, vanilla and strawberry.
Where to Find Alouda in Mauritius
Actually, the best place to find a traditional Alouda in Mauritius would have to be Bazar Port-Louis. This large multi-purpose market in the island’s capital city is home to one of the pioneers of Alouda, Pillay.
Having said this, you can most probably find a hawker selling Alouda at almost any market around the island. Moreover, some supermarkets sell a more commercial version of this drink.
Star Ingredients
Agar Agar (Lamous)
Agar agar, also known as lamous (in Kreol) and kanten (in Japanese), is a natural gelling agent that has been used for centuries in Asian cuisine. This versatile ingredient is made from red algae and is commonly used as a vegan alternative to gelatin.
READ MORE: Why agar agar is such as fun ingredient to cook with →
Basil Seeds (Tokmarya)
Basil seeds (tokmarya) are a versatile ingredient that is gaining popularity in many cuisines due to its unique texture and nutritional benefits.
READ MORE: How to prep basil seeds before adding to your recipe →
Other Ingredients
- Condensed Milk
- Milk
- Raw Sugar
- Rose Water
- Red Food Colouring
Scroll to the bottom to find the full list of ingredients and detailed recipe.
Prepping Tips
- This recipe requires preparation one day in advance which is not included in the prep time.
- Agar agar and basil seeds can be found in your local Asian grocery store. If you can’t locate basil seeds, chia seeds are a suitable alternative.
- Try serving over a scoop of vanilla ice cream instead of ice for a creamy treat.
- Additional sugar can be added to taste.
- Best kept up to a day or as per milk expiration date.
- If you prefer to have a green Alouda, replace the rose water with 1/4 tsp of almond essence and use green food colouring instead.
Complete Recipe Steps
Here’s a summary of the steps you need to follow to make Alouda.
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You will need to start preparing this drink the day before. Place agar agar in a medium saucepan with 200ml cold water and allow to sit for 2 hours until soft.
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Once soft, place the saucepan on medium heat, stirring repeatedly until agar agar has completely dissolved.
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Stir in 2 tbsp raw sugar and bring to the boil, stirring until sugar has completely dissolved.
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Recipe
Alouda Glase
Ingredients
- 7 g agar agar
- water
- 1 tbsp raw sugar
- 3 tbsp basil seeds
- 375 ml condensed milk
- 750 ml milk
- 2 tbsp rose water
- pink food colouring
Complete Recipe Steps
- You will need to start preparing this drink the day before. Place agar agar in a medium saucepan with 200ml cold water and allow to sit for 2 hours until soft.7 g agar agar, water
- Once soft, place the saucepan on medium heat, stirring repeatedly until agar agar has completely dissolved.
- Stir in 2 tbsp raw sugar and bring to the boil, stirring until sugar has completely dissolved.1 tbsp raw sugar
- Transfer to a heat-proof dish, allow to cool, and then refrigerate overnight to set into a mousse.
- The next day, grate the agar agar mousse and set aside.
- Place basil seeds in a large bowl. At this point, you can check the seeds and pick out any that you don’t like the look of. Add 8 cups of cold water to the seeds and stir to loosen seeds. Set aside for 30 minutes or until the seeds have expanded.3 tbsp basil seeds
- Once seeds have expanded, stir in condensed milk followed by regular milk and agar agar mousse gratings.375 ml condensed milk, 750 ml milk
- Stir in the rose water and 3 drops of the food colouring, then mix well.2 tbsp rose water, pink food colouring
- Transfer to a jug, keep refrigerated and serve chilled in a glass over ice.
Notes
- This recipe requires preparation one day in advance which is not included in the prep time.
- Agar agar and basil seeds can be found in your local Asian grocery store. If you can't locate basil seeds, chia seeds are a suitable alternative.
- Try serving over a scoop of vanilla ice cream instead of ice for a creamy treat.
- Additional sugar can be added to taste.
- Best kept up to a day or as per milk expiration date.
- If you prefer to have a green Alouda, replace the rose water with 1/4 tsp of almond essence and use green food colouring instead.
