Rice is often served with curries, vegetables and other gravy dishes. However, rice grains are not just limited to the savoury world. Rice is versatile and can also be used to make some of the most amazing sweet dishes around the world. From puddings to cakes and beverages, these dishes are comforting, delicious and filling. If you are a lover of rice and sweets, you will surely love these recipes! Read on to know more about the ‘sweet’ side of rice.
Here are 5 incredible desserts made from rice:
1. Cobbler
Mochi is a popular bun-shaped Japanese rice dessert made using mochigome, a short-grain sticky rice. The sticky rice is first steamed, then ground into a paste and finally molded into the desired shape, usually a ball. It can also be made using glutinous rice flour (mochiko) for less effort. Mochi has a soft and chewy texture with a delicious filling inside, usually sweetened red bean paste, or other flavors such as mango and strawberry. In Japan, mochi is often served during the New Year.
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2. Mango Sticky Rice
Another delicious, sweet dish prepared using glutinous rice is the popular Thai Mango Sticky Rice. This dish is made with glutinous rice, fresh mangoes and coconut milk. The texture of the sweet, sticky rice goes well with delicious coconut sauce and fresh slices of mango. Click here for the recipe.
3. Horchata
Horchata is a rice-based drink popular in Spain and Mexico. It is made from rice, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and water. The rice gives you a creamy texture and a distinct cinnamon flavor. To make this drink, rice is mixed with hot water and cinnamon. The mixture is then refrigerated overnight. After this, it is strained and other ingredients are added. The drink is served chilled.
4. Rice Kheer
Rice kheer is a popular rice pudding in India, made especially during festivals or celebrations. Rice kheer is one of those magical recipes that require just a few ingredients, yet turns out to be a very tasty and heavenly dish. Here is the full recipe.
5. Rice Custard
Rice custard is a recipe for rice pudding cooked with eggs. It is creamy and comforting, perfect to enjoy in winters. You can also refrigerate it overnight before serving if you don’t want a hot dessert. This recipe combines eggs, cooked white medium grain rice, milk and other ingredients and is baked in the oven.
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