Portuguese Sweet Rice Arroz Doce
Indulge in the creamy, cinnamon-scented delight of Portuguese Sweet Rice, or Arroz Doce, a traditional dessert that embodies the comfort of home cooking. This luxurious rice pudding is made with short-grain rice simmered to perfection in a fragrant mixture of warm whole milk, a hint of citrus from fresh lemon peel, and the subtle spice of a cinnamon stick. Sweetened with granulated sugar and enriched with velvety egg yolks and a touch of butter, this dessert achieves an irresistibly smooth and luscious texture. Perfectly balanced with a light dusting of ground cinnamon for garnish, it’s a simple yet elegant treat that can be served warm or chilled. Ideal for showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Portugal, Arroz Doce is a must-try for dessert lovers seeking a taste of tradition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups whole milk
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 lemon peel (from 1 small lemon, cut into large strips)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the rice and salt, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
Meanwhile, heat the milk in a separate saucepan over medium heat until warm (do not boil).
Once the rice has absorbed the water, stir in the warm milk, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for 20-25 minutes or until the rice becomes soft and creamy.
Remove the cinnamon stick and lemon peel from the saucepan.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
Slowly add a few spoonfuls of the hot rice mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Return the tempered egg mixture to the saucepan and stir continuously for 5 minutes, ensuring the mixture thickens slightly but does not scramble the eggs.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter until fully incorporated.
Allow the rice pudding to cool slightly, then transfer to a serving dish or individual bowls.
Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish, creating a decorative design if desired.
Serve warm or chilled and enjoy this comforting dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.7 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 672 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 913 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.5 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.4 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 1081 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1262 mg | 27% | |
*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.
