Arroz Con Leche Recipe

Ingredients for Arroz Con Leche

• 1 cup uncooked short-grain white rice
• 4 cups whole milk
• Granulated Sugar
• Lemon Peel
• Cinnamon

How to Make Arroz Con Leche

1. In a large saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the rice and stir well. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the milk is absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
4. Let it sit, covered, for about 10 minutes. This allows the rice pudding to thicken further.
5. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks slightly. Gradually whisk in a few spoonfuls of the warm rice pudding to temper the eggs.
6. Pour the tempered egg mixture into the saucepan with the remaining rice pudding. Stir constantly over low heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the pudding slightly thickens. Do not boil.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the raisins (optional).
8. Pour the Arroz con Leche into individual serving bowls or a large dish. Let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to allow it to fully set.
9. Serve chilled and garnish with cinnamon powder and a sprinkle of extra raisins (optional).