Brazilian recipe
Creamy Sugar-Free Sweet Rice (Arroz doce diet)
A traditional Brazilian sweet rice recipe adapted for a sugar-free lifestyle, offering a classic creamy texture with an aromatic hint of cinnamon.
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Ingredients
Orange zest for garnish
2 cups water
1 cup short or medium-grain rice
3 cups skimmed milk
Cinnamon sticks to taste
32 scoops powdered sweetener
Ground cinnamon for dusting
1 dessert spoon vegetable margarine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cups water
1 cup short or medium-grain rice
3 cups skimmed milk
Cinnamon sticks to taste
32 scoops powdered sweetener
Ground cinnamon for dusting
1 dessert spoon vegetable margarine
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local supermarkets in Gaborone or Francistown. Look for skimmed milk and cornflour in the dairy and baking aisles. Vegetable margarine is available in the spreads section. For a sugar-free substitute, any heat-stable sweetener sold at local health shops can be used as a replacement for the powdered variety.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, melt the vegetable margarine and sauté the rice until it becomes slightly translucent.
- Add the water and cook until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Once the rice is cooked, add the cinnamon sticks to the pan and pour in the skimmed milk mixed with the dissolved cornstarch.
- Bring to medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture thickens and reaches a boil.
- Remove from the heat, add the powdered sweetener, and stir well to combine.
- Allow the rice pudding to cool slightly before serving.
- Portion into bowls, dust with ground cinnamon, and garnish with orange zest.
Observations
Sugar-free arroz doce is a classic dessert from Brazil, crafted with lighter ingredients and sweeteners for those seeking a healthier indulgence. This recipe balances tender cooked rice with skimmed milk, infused with fragrant cinnamon sticks and a subtle hint of orange zest. The result is a velvety, comforting dessert that is surprisingly simple to prepare. It is the perfect choice for anyone craving a nostalgic, traditional sweet that maintains an irresistible flavor and silky consistency.
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