Horchata, a traditional Mexican milk drink, is a refreshing and flavorful beverage perfect for any occasion. Made with a combination of rice, cinnamon, vanilla, and almonds, horchata has a creamy, slightly sweet taste with a hint of spice. Whether you’re looking for a cold treat on a hot summer day or a warm drink to cozy up with on a chilly evening, this versatile beverage has something to offer everyone. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, horchata is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
HORCHATA RECIPE
Amazingly refreshing homemade Horchata! This popular Mexican drink is flavored with rice, cinnamon, vanilla and almonds and it's so easy to make. Just blend everything in a blender, let it soak, then strain and serve! Yields about 6 cups.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Drinks
Time 8h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add rice, almonds and cinnamon sticks to a high speed blender. Blend about 30 - 60 seconds on high speed or until finely pulverized, stopping occasionally and shaking blender if mixture sticks to the bottom.
- Pour in 2 cups water, sugar and vanilla. Blend an additional 30 seconds. If your blender can fit the additional liquid pour in remaining 2 cups water, and milk, otherwise pour into a large enough container to fit along with water and milk.
- Cover and chill 8 - 12 hours.
- Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher. Serve with ice if desired, garnishing each serving with ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 64 mg, Sugar 31 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEXICAN HORCHATA
Agua de Horchata is a refreshing Mexican rice and cinnamon drink, made with just a few simple ingredients! Enjoy Authentic Horchata Recipe!
Provided by Mely Martínez
Categories Drinks
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the rice and cinnamon stick in a large glass bowl and add the 4 cups of hot water. Cover the bowl with a dish or plastic wrap, then let it soak overnight, or at least 8 hours. *Please see NOTES
- The next day, pour the rice, cinnamon, and water into your blender and process until it becomes a smooth, watery paste.
- Using a strainer or sieve, strain the mixture into a wide mouth pitcher, stirring to help the liquid pass through.
- Add the milk (if using), vanilla extract, and the rest of the water. Stir in the sugar, adjusting the amount to fit your taste. Let the drink chill in the refrigerator. Stir the Horchata before serving, since the rice mix tends to settle at the bottom. Serve in glasses with ice cubes.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cup, Calories 176 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 22 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 14 g
HORCHATA (CINNAMON RICE MILK)
Recently had homemade rice milk in a Mexican restaurant in San Francisco. I talked to a few friends and they told me a few different ways to make it. Here is a simple version (I like to add vanilla, but it is optional). Seriously, it is the best ever - and, it costs just pennies to make!
Provided by IVYP
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 3h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine rice, water and cinnamon stick. Set aside for 3 hours.
- After 3 hours, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Allow to cool.
- Puree rice mixture in a blender until smooth. Strain through cheesecloth or a fine sieve. Flavor with vanilla and sugar to taste. Chill, and serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, Sodium 8.3 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality rice for a creamier horchata. Jasmine rice or basmati rice are good choices.
- Soak the rice for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to soften it and make it easier to blend.
- Use filtered or spring water for the best flavor.
- Sweeten the horchata to taste with sugar, honey, or agave nectar. You can also add other flavors, such as vanilla extract, almond extract, or cinnamon.
- Serve the horchata chilled, over ice, or frozen as a granita.
Conclusion:
Horchata is a delicious, refreshing, and nutritious drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a popular beverage in many Latin American countries and is also becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Horchata is a good source of calcium, protein, and iron, and it is also a good source of antioxidants. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious drink to enjoy, horchata is a great choice.
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