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Paynoose plated in a blue bowl sitting on a wooden charger plate with a green napkin to the left of the image and a wooden spoon has a small scoop.
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Paynoose

Paynoose, also called paynuse, is a traditional Guyanese dessert made by curdling milk. This Caribbean favorite combines creamy sweetness with a tangy burst of lime juice. Thanks to my quick and easy method, you can have this paynuse dish ready in under 10 minutes!
Course Dessert
Cuisine Caribbean, Guyanese, Guyanese / Caribbean
Keyword guyanese paynoose, how to make paynoose, how to make paynuse, paynoose, paynoose recipe, paynuse, paynuse recipe, what is paynoose, what is paynuse
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 233kcal

Equipment

  • Microplane or grater
  • Citrus juicer
  • Deep, microwave-safe container
  • Medium pan
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 lime
  • 1 can condensed milk (14 oz)
  • 1 cinnamon stick or ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • Pinch flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  • Zest the lime and set the zest aside. Then juice the lime. Add the condensed milk and the lime juice to a microwaveable container that is deep. Mix well until the lime juice is fully incorporated with the condensed milk. Then microwave uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave for another minute.
  • Add the cinnamon and ginger and microwave for an additional minute.
  • Then add a pan to medium heat and transfer the paynoose to the pan. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes until the paynoose cooks down some more and gets a bit toasted from the pan.
  • Remove from the heat, allow to cool completely then the lime zest, mix well. Finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt (optional) and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 197IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 0.3mg