Guyanese Peera / Milk Fudge
Greetings, sweet-toothed adventurers! Today, we're stepping into the enchanting world of Guyanese confectionery with a recipe that's both nostalgic and indulgent – Peera! Imagine velvety milk fudge, gently spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, melting in your mouth like a sweet symphony. Get ready to unlock the secrets of this beloved Guyanese treat and infuse your kitchen with the magic of Peera.
Ingredients that Sing: Let's start our culinary journey by gathering the ingredients that will transform simple flavors into Peera paradise. Picture the richness of evaporated milk, the sweetness of sugar, and the aromatic dance of nutmeg and cinnamon. It's a quartet of ingredients that will soon harmonize into a sweet masterpiece.
The Melody of Melting: As we step into the kitchen, envision the melody of ingredients melting together in a pot. The scent of evaporated milk filling the air, the sugar dissolving into a sweet syrup, and the warmth of nutmeg and cinnamon joining the ensemble. It's a gentle simmering ballet that sets the stage for Peera perfection.
The Sweet Symphony: Now, imagine the mixture thickening and transforming into a velvety concoction, each ingredient contributing to the sweet symphony. As you stir, you're not just making Peera; you're orchestrating a flavor experience that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Guyana.
Pouring Elegance: With our Peera mixture ready, it's time to pour the elegance into a greased tray. Picture the smooth, molten liquid settling into a sea of sweetness, ready to be adorned with the subtle grace of nutmeg and cinnamon. It's a culinary canvas awaiting its final strokes.
Chill & Set Magic: As the Peera cools and sets, envision the magic happening in your refrigerator. The fudge taking shape, the flavors mingling and intensifying – it's the anticipation of a sweet finale that's worth every moment of patience.
Slice of Paradise: When it's time to cut into your Peera, think of it as slicing into a piece of Guyanese paradise. Each square is a testament to the cultural richness and culinary heritage of Guyana, ready to be savored and shared with loved ones.
Ingredients
1 tin Evaporated Milk
1 1/2 cup Sugar
1 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
1 Tsp Cinnamon
1 Tsp Vanilla Extract (Optional)
Recipe
Add a tin of evaporated milk to a cast iron skillet
Add in Sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla
Simmer mixture on low for a hour and 15 mins to 1 hour and 30 mins. Stir ever so often
After an hour and 30 mins the mixture should start to bubble and thicken up. Stir every 2-3 mins
Once the edges of your mixture start to turn white your mixture is getting close to being ready
Remove from heat and constantly stir/beat
Use ice water to help you form your peera circles.
Let cool and harden
Enjoy!
