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Sweet Potato Pudding Rihei

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Sweet Potato Pudding Rihei

This sweet potato pudding is made by Matsuya, a Kyoto confectionery shop, and is named after Shima Rihei, who is said to have brought sweet potatoes from Satsuma to Joyo. It is also well-loved at their shop in Kyoto Tower. The pudding uses Anno sweet potatoes, known for being moist and sweet. Compared to standard puddings, it features a dense, chewy, and rich texture, packed so intensely with sweet potato flavor that it can be a struggle to remove from the container. The natural, gentle sweetness of the sweet potato spreads with a smooth melt-in-your-mouth sensation. A delightful Kyoto sweet potato treat for autumn, transforming Japanese ingredients into a Western-style pudding. It is a dish where you can taste the pure power of the ingredients. Even when chilled, the rich flavor of the sweet potato stands out.

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