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creamy sweet rice dessert

Mexican Rice Pudding

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Measuring spoon
  • 1 Ladle
  • 1 Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine rice and water, then bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
  • Add milk, sugar, salt, and the cinnamon stick to the cooked rice.
  • Stir the mixture continuously until it comes to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring occasionally for 30 minutes until thick and creamy.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and raisins.
  • Let the pudding rest for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Serve warm or chilled, sprinkled with ground cinnamon.

Notes

For a creamier texture, you can substitute half of the milk with evaporated milk. To prevent the pudding from sticking to the bottom of the pot, make sure to stir frequently, especially as it thickens. Adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding more or less sugar.
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