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Portuguese Rice Custard

Delicious Portuguese Rice Custard: A Creamy Comfort Treat

Indulge in this creamy, gluten-free Portuguese Rice Custard, a nostalgic dessert that brings comfort with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine or Arborio Rice For the ideal creamy texture
  • 4 cups Water For cooking the rice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 piece Lemon Peel Size of your thumb for citrus flavor
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Add during cooking
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 3 cups Milk Provides rich consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic depth
  • ⅔ cup Sugar To sweeten the custard
  • 2 pieces Egg Yolks To create a luscious filling
Optional Variations
  • Raisins Add near the end of cooking
  • Anise Add near the end of cooking

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Pie Dish or Serving Bowls

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a pot, mix together 4 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of salt, lemon peel, and a cinnamon stick with 1 cup of rice. Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes until the rice absorbs the water.
  2. Gradually stir in 2 cups of room temperature milk. Keep stirring to ensure the rice cooks evenly.
  3. Once the rice starts to soften, mix in ⅔ cup of sugar. Stir over medium heat until creamy, about 20 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 yolks, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and 1 cup of milk. Slowly incorporate this mixture into the rice pot, stirring quickly.
  5. Pour the custard mixture into a pie dish or individual bowls and allow it to cool for approximately 4 hours until it sets.
  6. Garnish with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Rinse the rice before cooking to enhance texture. Be cautious with cooking time to prevent overcooking. Allow custard to cool for at least 4 hours to set properly.

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