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Armenian Rice Pudding Recipe

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Description

Armenian rice pudding, also known as ‘spas’ is a popular dessert in Armenia. It is a creamy, comforting dish made with short-grain rice, milk, sugar, and a touch of vanilla. The pudding is usually served cold and garnished with cinnamon or nuts. This recipe is simple and easy to make, perfect for those who have a sweet tooth and love rice pudding.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

The ingredients needed for this recipe are:
  • 1 cup short-grain rice
  • 6 cups milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon or nuts for garnish (optional)

Equipment

The equipment needed for this recipe are:
  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Serving dishes

Method

  1. Wash the rice thoroughly and drain the water.
  2. Add the rice, milk, and sugar to a large pot and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for approximately 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Let the pudding cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a bowl.
  6. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes or until the pudding has set.
  7. Once the pudding has set, remove from the refrigerator and give it a good whisking to make it creamy.
  8. Serve in individual dishes and garnish with cinnamon or nuts if desired.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness of the pudding by adding more or less sugar.
  • If the pudding becomes too thick, you can add more milk to thin it out.
  • You can also add raisins or chopped nuts to the pudding for more texture.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. The nutrition information per serving is:
  • Calories: 380
  • Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 24mg
  • Sodium: 105mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 50g
  • Protein: 10g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to wash the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • Stir the pudding frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • If you don't have short-grain rice, you can use medium-grain rice instead.
  • For a creamier pudding, you can use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.

Enjoy your homemade Armenian rice pudding!


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