Lychee Luxe

Lychee Luxe is a refreshing and flavorful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The tapioca pearls are cooked in a rose water infused syrup, which gives them a delicate floral flavor. The lychees add a touch of sweetness and tartness, while the lemon juice and mint provide a refreshing contrast. This dessert is easy to make and can be served chilled or warm.

Lychee Luxe was created by Chef J. Kenji López-Alt as a modern take on the classic Chinese dessert, tapioca pudding. López-Alt was inspired by the flavors of lychee, a tropical fruit that is native to Southeast Asia. He wanted to create a dessert that was both refreshing and flavorful, and that would showcase the unique flavor of lychee. After experimenting with different ingredients and techniques, López-Alt developed Lychee Luxe, which has become one of his most popular desserts.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups tapioca pearls
• 1 cup dried lychees
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup rose water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped mint

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the tapioca pearls and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the tapioca pearls are translucent and cooked through.
3. Drain the tapioca pearls in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse with cold water.
4. In a large bowl, combine the tapioca pearls, lychees, sugar, rose water, lemon juice, and mint.
5. Stir to combine and serve immediately or chill for later.
6. Serve chilled or warm

Why It Works

• The tapioca pearls are cooked in a rose water infused syrup, which gives them a delicate floral flavor.
• The lychees add a touch of sweetness and tartness, while the lemon juice and mint provide a refreshing contrast.
• This dessert is easy to make and can be served chilled or warm, making it a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed any time of year.