RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE QUANDONG CHRISTMAS ISLAND PIE

Quandong Pie is a delicious and traditional dessert from Christmas Island, perfect to enjoy at any time of the year. This recipe combines the sweetness of quandongs with a crunchy dough base, creating a unique and unforgettable flavor.

Quandong Pie Ingredients:

1 cup of fresh or canned gourds

1 cup of sugar

1/2 cup of water

1 tablespoon cornstarch

Pie dough (you can make it homemade or use purchased dough)

Preparation of Quandong Pie step by step:

In a saucepan, combine the quandongs, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the quandongs are tender.

Dissolve the cornstarch in a little water and add it to the quandong mixture to thicken it. Let cool a little.

Line a tart pan with the dough and pour the quandong mixture over it.

Cover the pie with strips of dough to make a lattice on top.

Bake the Quandong Pie in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.

Serve Quandong Pie hot or cold, accompanied by ice cream or whipped cream, and enjoy this delicious Christmas Island dessert!