Arroz Doce

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    55 mins

  • Servings

    6 people

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    African, Vegan

Arroz Doce

Arroz doce is one of the most popular desserts of São Tomé and Príncipe. It is prepared with coconut milk and flavored with lemon and cinnamon.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 5 cups coconut milk
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • cup white rice
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ground cinnamon
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Instructions

  1. Cook the rice with a pinch of salt, the cinnamon stick and half the lemon zest, according to the instructions printed on the package.
  2. Once the rice is cooked, add the coconut milk, sugar, and remaining lemon zest.
  3. Bring to a boil and boil over low heat until creamy, gently stirring regularly, about 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and serve in bowls. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Serve hot, warm or cold.
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