Description
A creamy, comforting traditional Portuguese dessert made with jasmine rice, whole milk, lemon peel, and vanilla. Perfect for holidays or cozy nights.
Ingredients
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1 cup jasmine rice (rinsed)
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4 cups water
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Pinch of salt
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Lemon peel (2 inches, no pith)
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1 cinnamon stick (optional)
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3 cups whole milk, divided
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⅔ cup sugar
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2 egg yolks
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1 tsp vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean
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Ground cinnamon (for topping)
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Optional: fresh fruit for garnish
Instructions
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Rinse rice thoroughly.
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Boil water with lemon peel, cinnamon stick, and salt. Add rice and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Stir in 2 cups of milk and cook until creamy.
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Add sugar and continue stirring.
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In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup milk, egg yolks, and vanilla.
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Temper the eggs and stir into rice on low heat.
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Cook gently for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Cool and refrigerate for 4 hours.
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Top with cinnamon or fresh fruit before serving.
Notes
- Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
- Use whole milk for a creamy texture.
- Temper the eggs to avoid scrambling.
- Add fruit or raisins for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Portuguese