Ingredients

  • 2 cups pearl tapioca
  • 8 egg yolks
  • 8 egg whites
  • 4 cups sugar, plus extra for bruleeing
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 vanilla bean, split
  • 1 gallon milk
  • Boiled peanuts

Method

  • Bring milk, 1/2 the sugar, vanilla, yolks and tapioca to a simmer and cook till tapioca is done.
  • Whip egg whites with remaining sugar to soft peaks.
  • Fold egg whites into tapioca and let cool.
  • Divide among dishes and sprinkle generously with sugar.
  • Brulee with a kitchen torch until caramelized and crisp, then top with boiled peanuts and serve.