Description
Horchata de arroz is a delightful, creamy beverage that combines the flavors of sweet vanilla and warm cinnamon, making it the perfect refresher on hot days or a complement to spicy dishes. This traditional Mexican drink is easy to prepare and offers a smooth, satisfying texture that dances across your palate. Enjoy it chilled, served over ice, as you savor each sip and create lasting memories with friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup milk (or almond milk)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Soak in 4 cups of water with 2 cinnamon sticks for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Discard cinnamon sticks and blend the soaked rice mixture on high speed until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to achieve a silky texture.
- Stir in sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and remaining cup of milk (or almond milk). Adjust sweetness if desired.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving over ice, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Soaking the rice longer enhances creaminess. For variations, try adding coconut milk or adjusting the sweetness according to your taste preferences. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to four days; shake well before serving.