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Sobia

Sobia is a sweet, creamy Egyptian rice and coconut drink considered the most popular drink during the holy month of Ramadan.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Rest Time
2 hrs
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 people
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Middle Eastern , Egyptian , North African

Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw short grain rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 cups cold whole milk
  • ½ cup caster sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • crushed ice
Equipment
  • blender
  • cheesecloth

Instructions

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  1. Wash the rice under cold water, then soak it in cold water for 2 hours.
  2. Add 2 cups (500 ml) of water into a saucepan and boil the drained rice over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water is completely absorbed.
  3. Let the rice cool completely then add the cold milk.
  4. Add coconut milk, vanilla, and sugar.
  5. Pour mixture into a blender and mix until obtaining a completely smooth consistency.
  6. Strain the mixture through cheesecloth and serve fresh with crushed ice.