Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche) Recipe


Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche) Recipe:-Traditional Mexican rice pudding, also known as arroz con leche, is a well-liked dish that has a particular place in the hearts of many people. This indulgent, comforting dessert is flavored with fragrant spices and sweetened with condensed milk, resulting in a beautiful symphony of flavors that is sure to please.

Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz con Leche) Recipe

The purpose of this recipe is to provide a breakdown of the nutritional value of authentic Mexican rice pudding, as well as to demonstrate how to make it from scratch.

 

Ingredients

For the rice pudding:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Ground cinnamon, for garnish (optional)

 

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Instructions

Prepare the rice

  • In order to get rid of any excess starch, you should wash the rice under cold water until the water becomes clear.
  • Rice that has been rinsed, whole milk, and a cinnamon stick should be mixed together in a big saucepan.
  • Using medium heat, bring to a simmer over low heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring regularly, for approximately twenty to twenty-five minutes, or until the rice is soft and the sauce has achieved the desired consistency.

Sweeten and flavor the pudding

  • Add the granulated sugar, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a bit of salt to the mixture and stir until combined.
  • Continue to cook the mixture for a further ten to fifteen minutes, stirring it periodically, until the pudding achieves the consistency that you prefer.
  • The texture need to be thick and creamy.

Serve and garnish

  • Take the cinnamon stick out of the rice pudding and set it aside.
  • Place the pudding in cups or glasses that are suitable for serving.
  • In the event that you so wish, you can garnish the dish with ground cinnamon.
  • In accordance with your own inclination, you can serve the arroz con leche either warm or cooled.

 

Nutritional Information

Note: The nutritional values provided are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients and serving sizes.

  • Calories: Approximately 200 per serving (based on a yield of 6 servings)
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 24g
  • Protein: 5g

 

Tips for Serving

  • Depending on the individual’s inclination, the dish known as arroz with leche can be consumed either warm or cold.
  • If you want to add more texture and flavor to your dish, you might want to consider garnishing it with additional toppings like chopped almonds, raisins, or fresh fruit.
  • It is possible to keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three to four days if they are stored in an airtight container. Only reheat it before serving, if that is what you prefer.

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  • JASMINE GOMEZ

    Jasmine Gomez is the Wishes Editor at Birthday Stock, where she cover the best wishes, quotes across family, friends and more. When she's not writing for a living, she enjoys karaoke and dining out more than she cares to admit. Who we are and how we work. We currently have seven trained editors working in our office to produce top-notch content that you can rely on. All articles are published according to the four-eyes principle: After completion of the raw version, the texts are checked by (at least) one other editor for orthographic and content accuracy.

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