Arroz con leche is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert made with rice, milk, and sugar. It is often served cold or at room temperature, and can be garnished with cinnamon, nutmeg, or raisins. It is a popular dish for special occasions such as Christmas, birthdays, and weddings, and is also widely served in restaurants and bakeries. Here are some tips for making the best arroz con leche: use high-quality ingredients, cook the rice until it is tender and creamy, and let the dessert chill for at least 3 hours before serving.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
ARROZ CON LECHE (RICE WITH MILK)
Kind of like a thin rice pudding, served warm. Great for breakfast, or snack, great for using up any leftover rice.
Provided by Tybooty
Categories Breakfast
Time 7m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stovetop: Place all ingredients in a pot, stir together and cook on medium low for about five minutes stirring occasionally as so it does not scorch. This should be somewhat soupy. Warms up nicely.
- Microwave: same as above, but in microwave safe bowl, microwave for about 2 minutes stirring occasionally so it doesn't boil over.
- You can add whatever fruits that you want to it, dried fruits are great.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.7, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 20.6, Sodium 76.2, Carbohydrate 84.7, Fiber 1.5, Protein 11.3
PUERTO RICAN ARROZ CON LECHE (RICE WITH MILK)
In Puerto Rico this recipe is simply a rice soup made with milk. Usually made for babies, children, or when someone has a bad stomach. It is a comfort food. In other Latin American countries 'Arroz con leche' might be a dessert made with sugar and cinnamon. Our rice dessert is called Arroz con dulce, made with coconut.
Provided by ButterflyGirl214
Categories Low Protein
Time 30m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Begin to boil the water, add the rice.
- Cook for 15 minutes without stirring it. Add the salt, milk and butter and leave it to boil.
- Lower the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes more.
- Take it off the burner. If you prefer it more milky, add more milk.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your arroz con leche will be. Use fresh milk, heavy cream, and high-quality rice.
- Cook the rice until it is tender: The rice should be cooked until it is soft and creamy, but not mushy. If the rice is undercooked, it will be hard and unpleasant to eat. If it is overcooked, it will be mushy and lose its shape.
- Use whole spices: Whole spices will give your arroz con leche a more complex flavor than ground spices. If you don't have whole spices, you can use ground spices, but use half the amount.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make arroz con leche. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find your perfect recipe.
Conclusion:
Arroz con leche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a weeknight meal, arroz con leche is sure to please everyone at the table.
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