Sütlaç Rice Pudding

Sütlaç Rice Pudding

A classic Turkish stovetop rice pudding made with tender short-grain rice, whole milk, sugar, and a light dusting of cinnamon.

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Combine the rice and water in the saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then cook over low heat until the rice is very tender and most of the water has been absorbed.

    Timer: 18 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 500.0 ml Water, 100.0 gr White Rice

    Cookware: saucepan, wooden spoon

  2. Step 2

    Add 3 ¾ cup (900 ml) of the milk to the rice. Bring it gently to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.

    Timer: 8 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 900.0 ml Whole Milk

    Cookware: saucepan, wooden spoon

  3. Step 3

    Whisk the remaining 6 ¾ tbsp (100 ml) milk with the cornstarch in the measuring jug until completely smooth.

    Timer: 2 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 25.0 gr Cornstarch, 100.0 ml Whole Milk

    Cookware: measuring jug, whisk

  4. Step 4

    Stir the sugar into the simmering rice mixture. Cook over low heat, stirring regularly, until the sugar dissolves and the rice begins to break down slightly.

    Timer: 10 min (fixed)

    Ingredients used: 180.0 gr Granulated Sugar

    Cookware: saucepan, wooden spoon

  5. Step 5

    Whisk the cornstarch slurry again, then pour it slowly into the saucepan while stirring. Simmer over low heat until the pudding lightly coats the spoon.

    Timer: 7 min (fixed)

    Cookware: measuring jug, saucepan, whisk, wooden spoon

  6. Step 6

    Divide the pudding among the dessert bowls. Let it cool for 20 minutes, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

    Timer: 140 min (fixed)

    Cookware: Dessert bowls

  7. Step 7

    Dust the chilled puddings with cinnamon just before serving.

    Ingredients used: 2.0 gr Ground Cinnamon

    Cookware: Dessert bowls

Nutrition (Estimated)

Food safety

Caution: low

Cool and refrigerate the pudding within 2 hours. Store covered at 4°C or colder and consume within 3 days.

Risk factors

  • cooked dairy requires prompt refrigeration
  • hot pudding can cause burns

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