Mexican Rice Atole Recipe
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Description
Mexican Rice Atole is a delicious, thick and creamy drink made from rice, milk, cinnamon, and sugar that is popular in Mexico. It is typically served as a dessert or a warm breakfast beverage. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for those who love the taste of cinnamon and rice.Prep Time
Preparation time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.Cook Time
Cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup of long-grain rice
- 4 cups of water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Equipment
- A large pot with a lid
- A blender
- A strainer
- A wooden spoon
- Cups for serving
Method
- Rinse the rice with cold water and drain.
- In a large pot, add the rice, water, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the rice simmer for 30 minutes, or until it is tender.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and transfer the rice to a blender. Add 2 cups of milk and blend until smooth.
- Strain the rice mixture into the large pot and add the remaining milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and reaches the desired consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve hot in cups.
Notes
- You can replace the long-grain rice with short-grain rice or basmati rice.
- You can adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.
- You can add more milk if the mixture is too thick.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a pot over low heat.
Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Total fat: 3g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 80mg
- Total carbohydrate: 51g
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Recipe Tips
- Be sure to rinse the rice to remove any excess starch before cooking.
- Use a wooden spoon to stir the mixture as it cooks to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- If you don't have a blender, you can use a food processor or a hand mixer to blend the rice mixture.
- You can garnish the atole with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add more milk or water to the mixture.
Enjoy your delicious Mexican Rice Atole! It's perfect for a cozy night in or a special breakfast treat.
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