The Jigoku-mushi Purin, or “hell-steamed custard pudding,” is so devilishly delicious ... Oita Prefecture. “Its bitter caramel sauce and rich flavor (of the custard) are addictive, while ...

Pour slowly so as not to curdle the eggs. Purin is the Japanese version of custard pudding or creme caramel. There are many ...

Ryotei Wa-Purin created by Japanese restaurant Sukeroku in Ogaki, also in Gifu Prefecture, came in second, followed by Suna Purin (sand custard pudding) by the Totto Purin shop in Tottori.