PURPLE RICE PUDDING WITH ROSE WATER DATES

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Purple Rice Pudding with Rose Water Dates image

Provided by Maria Speck

Categories     Dessert     Christmas     Easter     Valentine's Day     Mother's Day     Date     Wild Rice     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Purple Rice
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup Chinese black rice
Date Topping
1/4 cup finely chopped pitted dates (about 6)
2 dates, pitted and cut into thin strips
3 teaspoons rose water
Rice Pudding, and to finish
1 1/4 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
Pinch of fine sea salt
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 (1-inch) piece cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1 To prepare the rice, bring the water and rice to a boil in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Decrease the temperature to maintain a simmer, cover, and cook until the rice is tender yet still slightly chewy, about 30 minutes. Some water will remain (do not drain).
  • 2 While the rice is cooking, prepare the date topping. Place the chopped dates in a small bowl and drizzle with 2 teaspoons of the rose water. Add the date strips to a different small bowl and drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon rose water. Stir the dates in both bowls and set aside, stirring once or twice more.
  • 3 To finish, add the half-and-half, sugar, salt, 1/2 teaspoon of the lemon zest, cinnamon stick, and vanilla to the rice. Return to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring several times. Decrease the heat to maintain a gentle bubble and cook, uncovered, for 15 more minutes, stirring every few minutes or so. The consistency should be creamy yet soupy - the mixture will thicken as it cools. Remove the saucepan from the heat and remove the cinnamon stick. Stir in the chopped dates and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest.
  • 4 Divide the rice pudding among small individual dessert bowls or cups. Garnish with a few of the rose water-infused date strips, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Rs Shagor Khan
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This rice pudding is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Andre Botes
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I'm not a big fan of rice pudding, but this one is actually pretty good. The purple rice is a nice touch and the rose water and dates add a nice flavor.


Amyrica Labree
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This is a beautiful and delicious rice pudding. I love the way the purple rice looks and the rose water and dates add a lovely flavor.


Karoy Campbell
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This rice pudding is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a very affordable dish to make.


Mr Meerkat
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I made this rice pudding for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and color. I will definitely be making it again.


Akash Sorkar
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This is a very flavorful rice pudding. I love the combination of rose water and dates. The texture is also perfect - creamy and smooth.


DD Daph
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This was my first time making rice pudding, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the pudding was delicious. I especially liked the addition of rose water and dates.


anil agazade
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This rice pudding is a bit different than what I'm used to, but it's still very good. The purple rice gives it a unique flavor and texture. I would definitely make it again.


Md Johurul
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I love the vibrant color of this rice pudding! It's so eye-catching. The flavor is also very good. The rose water and dates add a nice touch of sweetness and complexity.


Leano Plaatjies
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This purple rice pudding is a delightful and unique dish. The rose water and dates add a delicate flavor that is both sweet and floral. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.