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Delicious Rice Pudding: A Traditional Brazilian Dessert

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Delicious Rice Pudding: A Traditional Brazilian Dessert
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEASY
Calories550 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"Traditional dessert of comforting Brazilian cuisine prepared by parboiling rice grains in salted water and then simmering slowly in whole milk, granulated sugar, and cinnamon sticks. The finishing with coconut milk and shredded coconut gives a velvety creaminess and aromatic perfume to the preparation."

Delicious Rice Pudding: A Traditional Brazilian Dessert

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- Pre-cooking the rice in water softens the starch in the grains before adding the milk and sugar. - Cooking milk over low heat stirring continuously prevents the bottom from burning and stimulates the thick emulsion. - The cinnamon stick flavors the broth gradually without dyeing the rice dark brown.

Ingredients

Main Course

  • 1 cup of rice
  • 4 cups of milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup of coconut milk (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Shredded coconut for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Main Course

1

In a pan, place the rice and add 2 cups of water with a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until the rice is almost cooked.

2

Add the milk, sugar, and cinnamon stick to the pot with the rice, mixing well.

3

Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for approximately 20 minutes until the rice is completely soft and the cream is thick.

4

If desired, add coconut milk for a richer and creamier flavor.

5

Turn off the heat and let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.

6

Remove the cinnamon stick and transfer the rice pudding to a container.

7

Let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating if you prefer to serve it cold.

8

Serve in individual portions and decorate with shredded coconut, if desired.

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Chef Tips

- Never add sugar at the beginning with the water, as sugar hardens the rice grain and prevents softening. - Stir the pan with a silicone or wooden spoon with constant frequency, scraping the bottom and sides. - Turn off the heat with the cream still slightly liquid, as it firms considerably when cooling.

Variations

- Burnt Rice Pudding: caramelize the sugar in the pan before adding the warm milk and cooked rice. - Rice Pudding with Lemon Zest: add thin strips of lemon or orange zest to the boiling milk. - Rice Pudding with Spices: add cloves and a pinch of cardamom powder along with the cinnamon stick.

Substitutions

- Traditional white long-grain rice can be substituted with Italian Arborio or Carnaroli rice for extra creaminess. - The whole cow's milk can be replaced by skim milk or almond or oat plant-based drinks. - Common white sugar can be swapped for demerara sugar or traditional condensed milk.

How to Store

Store the Rice Pudding in a glass dish with plastic wrap pressed against the surface in the refrigerator for up to four days. Upon cooling, the cream thickens; if you wish to serve hot, heat with three tablespoons of fresh milk stirring over low heat.

Can You Freeze It?

It is not recommended to freeze rice pudding. Rice starch undergoes marked retrogradation during freezing and thawing, separating water from milk lipids and resulting in a brittle, spongy, and watery consistency.

What to Serve With

Serve warm or chilled sprinkled with freshly ground cinnamon powder, fine lemon zest, or slices of cured Minas cheese.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why cook the rice in water before adding the milk?

Rice starch cooks better in water; putting the milk directly with sugar hardens the grain and leaves the rice hard in the center.

How to make rice pudding very creamy without curdling?

Keep the heat always low, use fresh warm whole milk, and stir without sudden interruptions until it reduces gently.

Can I substitute the cinnamon sticks with ground cinnamon during cooking?

The cinnamon powder darkens the entire broth and can make it bitter; use the cinnamon stick on the heat and sprinkle the cinnamon powder only at the time of serving.

Does coconut milk change the traditional flavor much?

Coconut milk provides delicate notes and a silky unctuous texture without overpowering the classic milky flavor of the Minas Gerais rice pudding.

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