Arabic Almond Milk
Enjoy a refreshing taste of the Middle East with this luxurious recipe for Arabic Almond Milk, a silky, dairy-free beverage enhanced with fragrant rosewater and a hint of cardamom. Made from soaked raw almonds blended to perfection and lightly sweetened with sugar or honey, this traditional drink is both nourishing and indulgent. The addition of rosewater infuses the milk with a delicate floral aroma, while a touch of cardamom adds warming spice for an authentic Arabic flavor. Quick to prepare, this versatile almond milk can be enjoyed as a standalone drink, used in desserts, or paired with light snacks. Naturally creamy and completely customizable, it’s perfect for anyone looking for a unique and healthy dairy alternative.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon rosewater
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cardamom (optional)
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Soak the raw almonds in water overnight or for at least 8 hours to soften them. This step will make blending easier and improve the texture of the almond milk.
2. Drain the soaked almonds and rinse them under cold water.
3. Place the soaked almonds and 4 cups of fresh water into a blender. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the almonds are fully broken down and the mixture looks creamy.
4. Strain the almond mixture using a nut milk bag, fine mesh strainer, or a clean cheesecloth over a bowl. Squeeze or press to extract as much liquid as possible. Reserve the pulp for other recipes like smoothies or baked goods, if desired.
5. Transfer the almond milk to a clean pitcher or container. Stir in the optional sugar or honey, rosewater, pinch of salt, and ground cardamom for a traditional Arabic flavor profile.
6. Chill the almond milk in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Shake or stir well before serving as natural separation may occur.
7. Serve cold in glasses, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cardamom or a few crushed almonds on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.4 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.9 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1039 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
