Arroz Doce (Portuguese Rice Pudding)
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
252 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
Portuguese
Arroz Doce (Portuguese Rice Pudding)
Description
Arroz Doce combines short grain rice with water and whole milk, cooked together until soft and creamy. Lemon zest strips add a citrus aroma while allowing for easy removal to avoid bitterness. The recipe uses tempered egg yolks incorporated into warmed milk, which thickens the pudding without curdling. Sugar, butter, and vanilla provide sweetness and richness enhanced by a pinch of salt.
The pudding thickens to a creamy, oatmeal-like texture as it simmers. It may be served warm or chilled, often garnished with a dusting of cinnamon for additional flavor and a traditional touch.
Cooking the rice initially until partially done helps achieve the right softness. Slow simmering with frequent stirring prevents sticking. Removing lemon zest before serving ensures a balanced citrus flavor without overpowering the pudding.
Ingredients
- 1 cup short grain white rice uncooked
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk whole
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 egg yolk
- 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- salt pinch
- cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Cook rice according to the package instructions.
- While rice cooks cut the zest from your lemon. You don't want to use a zester or grater for this because you want large pieces so you can remove them before serving. Use a sharp knife to carefully remove large pieces of the bright yellow outer skin (avoid the white rind beneath).
- In a small pot heat your milk, stopping just before it begins to simmer.
- In a small bowl whisk the eggs yolks and then temper them by very slowly pouring just a bit of the hot milk into the eggs and whisking quickly so that they do not cook. Add the tempered eggs to the hot milk whisking constantly.
- Add the sugar, butter, vanilla, and lemon rinds to the milk and whisk together.
- Pour the milk mixture into the cooked rice and stir together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until you reach an oatmeal consistency.
- Once the pudding has reached the desired texture remove the lemon zest and divide the rice pudding into dishes, or pour into one large dish, and let cool.
- Once the pudding has cooled to room temperature use a stencil and ground cinnamon to create a design on top. This is optional. If you would like to save time you can sprinkle a bit of cinnamon over the top of your rice pudding.
- Serve immediately or store in refrigerator until needed
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.66cup | |
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 207IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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