Best 3 Mexican Rice Drinks Recipes

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Mexican rice drinks, known in Spanish as "bebidas de arroz mexicanas," are a refreshing and flavorful part of Mexican cuisine. These drinks are made from a combination of rice, water, and various spices, and they can be served hot or cold. Mexican rice drinks are a popular choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and they can also be enjoyed as a snack or dessert. With their unique flavors and textures, Mexican rice drinks are sure to please even the most discerning palate. If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Mexican beverage, look no further than these traditional rice drinks.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN TOMATO RICE



Mexican tomato rice image

Enjoy this easy Mexican rice as a side dish to accompany beef burritos or chilli. You can choose to make it veggie if you like by using vegetable stock

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Side dish

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
250g long grain rice
1 tsp chipotle paste, optional (more if you want it spicier)
1 tbsp tomato purée
1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes
750ml hot chicken or vegetable stock
small bunch of coriander, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a saucepan and sizzle the onion for 5 mins until just starting to soften. Add the garlic and cook for a minute more, then stir in the chipotle paste (if using) and the tomato purée and cook for a minute.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes, then scatter the rice into the pan and stir, so it's coated in the tomato mix. Pour over the hot stock, season, give everything another stir and bring to the boil, then cover the pan with a lid and turn the heat down to the lowest possible setting.
  • Gently simmer for 15-20 mins until all the stock has been absorbed and the rice is cooked through. Leave the rice to sit for a few mins off the heat, then stir through the coriander and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.34 milligram of sodium

MEXICAN RICE DRINKS



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Strawberries, cantaloupe, and papaya flavor these festive, easy-to-slurp rice drinks, which take after horchata, a beverage sold on the streets of Mexico.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Yield Makes 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup white long-grain rice, (uncooked)
3 cups water
1 1/2 cups chopped cantaloupe, papaya, or strawberries
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup evaporated milk, (optional)
Honey (optional)
Ice, for serving

Steps:

  • Process rice in the jar of a blender until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add the water, and stir to combine. Cover with plastic wrap, and place in refrigerator 3 hours or overnight.
  • Transfer rice and soaking liquid to the jar of a blender; add desired fruit, vanilla, cinnamon, and evaporated milk, if using. Blend on high speed until smooth, about 1 minute; sweeten with honey, if desired. Strain through a sieve into a medium bowl; discard solids. Serve over ice.

AGUA DE ARROZ (MEXICAN RICE WATER)



Agua De Arroz (Mexican Rice Water) image

There is a small restaurant that I like to go to whenever I have the chance. Unfortunately, since it's about three hours away, I don't get to do so very often. One of the biggest draws for me is their Agua de Arroz, which means "Rice Water" in spanish. But to call it just simple rice water does it such a disservice. It is soooo much more than that! It is a sweet, creamy dessert drink that truly "makes" the meal. I tried it on a whim the first time. I had just walked away from the counter when I took a sip. I whirled around to my sister, who was right behind me, and said, "You have GOT to try this stuff!!!". So today I went searching for a recipe for Agua de Arroz...and found this. It haven't tried this specific recipe, but I will be soon! It sounds very much like the one that I had. NOTE: After trying this...it wasn't anything like the one I was looking for. It turned out to be this gooey, gelatinous...bleah. Since I can't delete the recipe, I thought I'd warn folks. Don't waste your ingredients.

Provided by UnknownChef86

Categories     Beverages

Time 3h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup white rice, uncooked
2 quarts water
1 cinnamon stick
sugar, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all together ingredients and let stand 3 hours.
  • Simmer for 1/2 hour.
  • Let cool, then puree in a blender and strain through a cloth or fine-mesh strainer.
  • Taste for sweetness and add sugar if necessary.
  • Chill and serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.1, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 12.7, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 1.3, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use day-old rice.
  • If you don't have day-old rice, you can make fresh rice and let it cool completely before using it.
  • Be sure to rinse the rice well before cooking it. This will help to remove any excess starch and make the rice less sticky.
  • When cooking the rice, use a ratio of 2 cups of water to 1 cup of rice. This will result in fluffy, tender rice.
  • Once the rice is cooked, let it cool slightly before blending it. This will help to prevent the blender from overheating.
  • When blending the rice, use a high-powered blender or a food processor. This will help to create a smooth, creamy drink.
  • If you don't have a high-powered blender or a food processor, you can mash the cooked rice with a fork or potato masher. This will take a little longer, but it will still result in a delicious drink.
  • Feel free to experiment with different flavors and ingredients. You can add fruits, vegetables, spices, or herbs to your rice drink.
  • Rice drinks can be served hot or cold. They can also be used in smoothies, shakes, or cocktails.

Conclusion:

Rice drinks are a delicious, refreshing, and nutritious way to enjoy rice. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your rice drinks sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you have some leftover rice, don't let it go to waste. Turn it into a delicious rice drink instead!

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