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Arroz Con Leche Costa Rica Recipe

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Arroz con Leche La Cocina de Leslie (en Español)
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Description

Arroz con leche, also known as rice pudding, is a favorite dessert in Costa Rica. This deliciously creamy and sweet dessert is made using rice, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, making it a perfect comfort food for cold nights or hot summer days.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this dish is approximately 10 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this dessert is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredient

The following ingredients are required to make Arroz con Leche:
  • 1 cup of rice
  • 4 cups of water
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 can of condensed milk
  • 1 can of evaporated milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • A pinch of salt

Equipment

The following equipment is required to make Arroz con Leche:
  • A medium-sized pot
  • A wooden spoon

Method

Follow these steps to make Arroz con Leche:
  1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium-sized pot, bring the rice and water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and add the cinnamon stick. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Add the condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and salt to the pot. Stir until well combined.
  4. Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches the desired consistency, approximately 10-15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
  6. Transfer the Arroz con Leche to a serving dish and let it cool for a few minutes.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. Serve chilled and garnish with ground cinnamon if desired.

Notes

Arroz con Leche can be served warm or chilled. It can also be garnished with raisins, chopped nuts, or fresh fruit. This recipe makes approximately 6 servings.

Nutrition Info

The following nutrition information is for one serving of Arroz con Leche:
  • Calories: 431
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 129mg
  • Carbohydrates: 85g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 71g
  • Protein: 9g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
  • Be sure to stir the mixture occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • If the mixture is too thick, add a little bit of milk to thin it out.
  • If the mixture is too thin, cook it a little bit longer until it thickens up.
  • For a creamier texture, you can add a little bit of heavy cream to the mixture.

Enjoy this delicious and creamy Arroz con Leche recipe from Costa Rica!


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