Gluten-Free Aletria
Delight in the creamy indulgence of Gluten-Free Aletria, a modern twist on the traditional Portuguese dessert that's perfect for those avoiding gluten. Made with tender rice vermicelli simmered in a velvety blend of whole milk, sugar, and subtle hints of lemon and cinnamon, this comforting dish achieves its rich texture with the addition of buttery egg yolks. Finished with a dusting of fragrant ground cinnamon, this luscious treat is both cozy and elegant, making it ideal for festive gatherings or a sweet everyday indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free take on aletria ensures everyone at the table can enjoy the classic flavors of this nostalgic dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Gluten-free rice vermicelli
- 1 liter Whole milk
- 150 grams Sugar
- 1 small piece Lemon peel
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 25 grams Butter
- 4 Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the gluten-free rice vermicelli for about 3 minutes or until just tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot, combine the milk, sugar, lemon peel, and cinnamon stick over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture starts to simmer and the sugar has dissolved.
Lower the heat and remove the lemon peel and cinnamon stick from the milk.
Add the cooked rice vermicelli to the milk mixture, stirring gently to combine.
Simmer on low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the pasta absorbs most of the milk, about 15 minutes.
In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks and temper them. Do this by adding a few tablespoons of the hot milk mixture to the yolks while whisking constantly. Once tempered, pour the yolk mixture back into the pot, stirring continuously.
Add the butter and continue cooking on low heat, stirring constantly for an additional 5 minutes or until the aletria is creamy and thickened.
Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Allow the gluten-free aletria to cool slightly.
Transfer the aletria to a serving dish and sprinkle with ground cinnamon before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.4 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 920 mg | 307% | |
| Sodium | 594 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 361.5 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.0 g | ||
| Protein | 55.6 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.3 mcg | 66% | |
| Calcium | 1462 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1694 mg | 36% | |
*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.
