Best 4 Ryzogalo Or Greek Rice Pudding Recipes

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Ryzogalo, or Greek rice pudding, is a delightful dessert enjoyed in Greece and beyond. Its creamy texture, sweet flavor, and aromatic spices make it a beloved treat. This classic recipe has been passed down through generations, and there are numerous variations that cater to different tastes and preferences. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, ryzogalo is an accessible dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you're looking to indulge in this traditional Greek dessert, here's a comprehensive guide that will lead you through the process of creating the perfect ryzogalo.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK RICE PUDDING (RIZOGALO)



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Make and share this Greek Rice Pudding (Rizogalo) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup short grain white rice (a starchy rice, like arborio)
3 cups whole milk
peel of 1 lemon, removed in one long strip
1/3 cup white sugar, plus
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch is the same thing)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • Place milk, sugar and lemon peel (just the peel - none of the pith) in a heavy saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar melts. Reduce heat to low and add the rice.
  • Cover the pan and cook until the rice/milk mixture has gone thick and creamy (about 30-35 minutes).
  • Turn off heat. Remove lemon peel and discard.
  • Whisk together egg yolks with corn flour.
  • Quickly whisk egg yolks into the rice mixture, stirring well. (If you want to, at this point you can also add a 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract). Keep stirring to make sure yolks are incorporated and won't curdle.
  • Spoon pudding into four serving dishes and cool. Top with a sprinkling of cinnamon.

RYZOGALO OR GREEK RICE PUDDING



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The Greek name for this recipe is pronounced 'ree-ZOH-ghah-loh" & it makes for a very sweet, creamy kind of pudding, with emphasis on the cream!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup short-grain rice
2 1/2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
3 3/4 tablespoons cornstarch
3 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine rice & water. Bring to boil, then turn heat down to low & cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently with wooden spoon.
  • Warm milk & stir into rice along with half the sugar [NOTE: If your preference is for a less-sweet pudding, consider reducing the 3/4 cup to 2/3 cup, then use HALF OF THAT at this time]. Cover & continue to cook over very low heat for 20 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in as little cold water as possible (about 2 tablespoons, but make sure it is FULLY dissolved) & add to rice.
  • Continue to stir briskly, simmering for a full 5 minutes, then remove from heat, & set aside, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Whisk egg yolks with the last half of the sugar, then add to rice mixture, stirring with wooden spoon until very well blended (to thicken & to prevent yolks from cooking separately).
  • Set aside to cool in the saucepan or in individual serving dishes.
  • Serve at room temperature, sprinkled with cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.7, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 139.8, Sodium 74.8, Carbohydrate 82, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 45.2, Protein 9.1

RIZOGALO (GREEK RICE PUDDING)



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Greek rice pudding is simple, comforting, and delicious. Some people in Greece make it with eggs, but my aunt prefers without. Best enjoyed cold - if you can wait that long!

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 4h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
½ cup uncooked short-grain white rice
2 cups whole milk
4 tablespoons white sugar
½ cup whole milk
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Immediately reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered very slowly, stirring occasionally, until most of the water has been absorbed and rice is soft, about 30 minutes.
  • Pour 2 cups milk and sugar into the saucepan and increase heat to high.
  • Meanwhile, stir together 1/2 cup milk and cornstarch in a bowl.
  • Once rice-milk mixture is boiling, add cornstarch mixture and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined. Remove from heat.
  • Ladle rice pudding into individual serving dishes and sprinkle with cinnamon. Allow to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 43.8 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

PERIYALI'S GREEK RICE PUDDING



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This dish is called rizogalo, or Greek rice pudding. Though it is a simple dessert that is usually served cold, rizogalo is actually cooked the same way as risotto: the rice is simmered slowly and must be stirred constantly to massage the starch out of the grains and to attain a creamy, toothsome consistency. And though New Yorkers don't carry on about it, it has been with them for many years, all over the city. It is a mainstay on sophisticated menus at Molyvos in midtown and Periyali in the Flatiron district, where it is mounded in a bowl and splashed with cinnamon.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups whole milk
1 2-inch piece lemon peel
1/3 cup Carolina long-grain rice
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • In a heavy 4-quart saucepan, combine the milk, lemon peel and rice. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the rice is soft to the bite but still retains its shape, about 45 minutes. Remove rice from heat.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the egg yolk and sugar. Rapidly stir a spoonful of the rice mixture into the yolk mixture. Stir the yolk mixture into the pan of rice, mixing steadily to prevent the yolk from curdling. Reduce the heat to low, and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
  • Add the cream, and cook, stirring, until the mixture is steaming. Remove from heat, and discard lemon peel. Stir in vanilla. Continue to stir until the mixture has cooled slightly; then press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the rice to prevent a skin from forming. Serve warm or at room temperature, spooned into bowls and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 58 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your rice pudding. Use the best quality rice you can find, such as arborio or carnaroli.
  • Cook the rice slowly and carefully. Don't rush the cooking process. Cook the rice over low heat, stirring frequently, until it is tender and creamy.
  • Use whole milk or half-and-half instead of water. This will make your rice pudding richer and creamier.
  • Add sugar or honey to taste. The amount of sugar you add will depend on your personal preference. You can also use other sweeteners, such as maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • Flavor the rice pudding with vanilla, cinnamon, or other spices. You can also add dried fruits, nuts, or chocolate chips.
  • Serve the rice pudding warm or cold. Rice pudding is delicious served either way. If you are serving it cold, chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Ryzogalo is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a popular dish in Greece, and it is also becoming increasingly popular in other parts of the world. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and simple ingredients, ryzogalo is a dessert that everyone will love.

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