Arroz Doce (Sweet Rice Pudding - Vegan)
A creamy and comforting Portuguese sweet rice pudding made vegan without any dairy or eggs. Coconut milk and a touch of lemon zest elevate the flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Arborio Rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Coconut Milk (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- for garnish Cinnamon Powder
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Rinse the Arborio rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- 2In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
- 3Add the coconut milk, sugar, lemon zest, and cinnamon stick to the rice. Stir well to combine.
- 4Continue to simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is creamy and the pudding has thickened.
- 5Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
- 6Pour the rice pudding into serving bowls and let cool slightly.
- 7Garnish with cinnamon powder before serving.
Substitutions
Dairy Milk → Coconut Milk
Coconut milk provides a creamy texture and richness similar to dairy milk.
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