Horchata

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Measure half a cup of long grain rice.
  2. 2Add holes to cinnamon and 2 cloves of star anise.
  3. 3Add 1/4 cup of fresh almonds.
  4. 4Toast the ingredients over a fire or in the oven until aromatic.
  5. 5Add 2 cups of regular water to the toasted rice.
  6. 6Let the rice marinate in the water for 6 hours.
  7. 7Pour the rice and water mixture into a blender.
  8. 8Add half a can of sweetened condensed milk.
  9. 9Add half a cup of white sugar.
  10. 10Add one tablespoon of real vanilla extract.
  11. 11Add one cup of whole milk.
  12. 12Blend until everything is combined.
  13. 13Strain the mixture, pressing down to extract all the liquid.
  14. 14Add one more cup of milk for a creamier texture or water if preferred.
  15. 15Give it a good mix.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup long grain rice
  • holes cinnamon
  • 2 cloves star anise
  • 0.25 cup fresh almonds
  • 2 cups regular water
  • 0.5 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.5 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon real vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup milk

Equipment

blender

Tips

  • You can save the meal if you make horchata frequently.
  • Add more milk if you like it creamy, or water if you don't.