Brazilian recipe
Creamy Sugar-Free Sweet Rice Pudding (Arroz doce diet)
A traditional, creamy treat with a comforting hint of cinnamon, perfected as a lighter, sugar-free dessert.
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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 short-grain rice, skimmed milk, and cornstarch at most local supermarkets or neighborhood markets (often found in the cereal or flour aisles). Vegetable margarine and spices like cinnamon sticks are widely available at local provision stores. As a substitute for powdered sweetener, you may use any granulated heat-stable sugar alternative found in the baking section.
Preparation method
- In a heavy-based saucepan, melt the vegetable margarine and sauté the rice until it becomes slightly translucent.
- Pour in the water and cook until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the rice is cooked, add the cinnamon sticks and pour in the skimmed milk mixed with the dissolved cornstarch.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the powdered sweetener until fully incorporated.
- Allow the rice pudding to cool slightly before serving.
- Divide into individual bowls, dust with ground cinnamon, and garnish with orange zest.
Observations
Arroz doce is a quintessential Brazilian dessert, cherished for its comforting texture and timeless flavor. This sugar-free version offers the same indulgence by using skim milk and sweetener, making it a thoughtful choice for those mindful of their sugar intake. The rice is slowly cooked to creamy perfection, infused with the warmth of cinnamon sticks and brightened by fresh orange peel. It is a straightforward yet elegant dish that balances tradition with modern dietary preferences, resulting in a rich, velvety pudding that feels truly special.
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