Ingredients for Nigerian Rice Water
- White Rice
- Whole Milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Nutmeg
- Orange Zest
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How to Make Nigerian Rice Water
- Rinse 1 cup of long-grain rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 4 cups of water and 1 cup of milk (dairy or plant-based). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 30 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and has released its milky goodness.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Line a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a bowl and carefully pour the rice mixture through, pressing gently on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Return the strained rice water to the saucepan. Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and the zest of 1/2 a lemon (or lime). Heat gently until the sugar dissolves completely, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for optimal refreshment.
- Serve chilled and garnish with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of nutmeg, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
59g
Fat
22g
Carbs
5g
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