Nigerian Rice Water
Dive into the soothing simplicity of Nigerian Rice Water, a comforting traditional dish that highlights the natural creaminess of slow-cooked white rice. Made with just two basic ingredients—white rice and water—this versatile recipe transforms into a velvety, porridge-like treat that's perfect on its own or enhanced with a touch of sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for a subtly sweet twist. Simmered to perfection, Nigerian Rice Water boasts an irresistibly smooth texture that’s warming, nourishing, and easy to customize. Whether enjoyed as a light breakfast, a soothing snack, or a delicacy to share, this recipe celebrates the beauty of minimal ingredients and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White rice (long or short grain)
- 6 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (optional)
- 0.5 cup Milk (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice thoroughly with cold water to remove excess starch. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice with 6 cups of water. Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid, leaving it slightly ajar to prevent overflowing.
Simmer the rice gently for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot. The rice should break down and the mixture should thicken, forming a porridge-like consistency.
If desired, use a wooden spoon to mash the rice further or blend it lightly with an immersion blender for a smoother texture.
Add sugar, milk, and vanilla extract if you prefer a sweeter version of rice water. Stir well and let cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined.
Remove the pot from heat and let the rice water cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as is, or strain it through a fine sieve for an even smoother finish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% | |
*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.
